The Philadelphia Eagles were leading the Los Angeles Rams 22–15 in the fourth quarter on Sunday, but the game was far from over. And it still wasn't over when Saquon Barkley put the team on his back and ran for his second 60+ yard touchdown of the night ... but it definitely helped.
After a quick hand-off from Hurts, the otherworldly running back exploded for a 78-yard run, trucking down the field for a conveniently timed score. It seemed even he couldn't believe it as he ran around the endzone in awe, waving his arms in a nod to his celebration back in college.
You've been Snoquon Barkley'd ™️ ❄️@saquon | #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/SBV0ltUG5j
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) January 19, 2025
The Rams put up a fight until the end, but it wasn't enough. The Eagles ultimately walked away victorious, and Barkley's performance will be remembered as a huge piece of the win.
But even before the game was done, praise for the RB was coming in in droves, some of it from pundits and commentators, and some of it from fellow NFL running backs and stars. Take a look at that reaction below:
Man Saquon thank you for making us RB’s look amazing. This position is looking great🔥🙂
— Bijan Robinson (@Bijan5Robinson) January 19, 2025
So fknnn proud of that boy!!! Since day one the illesttt I seeen put on cleats, that’s on my soul @saquon
— Odell Beckham Jr (@obj) January 19, 2025
Saquon Barkley for president of the universe #MVP #FlyEaglesFly @Eagles @saquon
— Rob McElhenney (@RMcElhenney) January 19, 2025
How can you not be happy for Saquon Barkley? What a season.
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) January 19, 2025
Spectacular Saquon run. Faster in terrible conditions than most people are in sunshine.
— Judy Battista (@judybattista) January 19, 2025
SAQGONNNNNNNNNNNNN BARKLEY
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) January 19, 2025
I have amended my stance on paying a running back. If that running back is Saquon Barkley he’s worth the money.
— Geoff Schwartz (@geoffschwartz) January 19, 2025
Saquon Barkley SHOWED OFF his vision, patience, balance and HOME RUN HITTING ABILITY all in one 78 yard TD run. This brother has been SENSATIONAL for the @Eagles pic.twitter.com/iew8z1VKd4
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) January 19, 2025
I know he isn’t going to win MVP, but watching the #Eagles offense it’s impossible to imagine them without Saquon Barkley.
— Mike Greenberg (@Espngreeny) January 19, 2025
Saquon. House call. pic.twitter.com/wL2QIFB7cy
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) January 19, 2025
Saquon…. pic.twitter.com/DOTiue0Tm1
— Steve Wyche (@wyche89) January 19, 2025
The Washington Commanders better prepare for another 200+ yard game from Barkley when they take on the Eagles next week. Because Hurts is right—you can try to stop this man ... but you probably won't.
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This article was originally published on www.si.com as NFL World Erupts With Saquon Barkley Praise After RB's Electric 78-Yard Touchdown.
