Through the Running Back's Eyes: Saquon Barkley

Breaking Down Barkley's Two 70-Yard TD Runs vs. the Rams

Saquon Barkley set the Eagles’ single-game record with 255 rushing yards against the Rams on Sunday night and finished with a ridiculous 302 total yards. Two of his touchdowns went for 70+ yards, and the Eagles delivered a statement on national TV that they are a legitimate Super Bowl contender.

It seems like Barkley has been able to do something special every week since joining the Eagles. However, much of his success is due to the big boys up front, as Barkley said after the game:

“These guys here are amazing. They make my job a lot easier.”

He wasn’t just saying that to be a good teammate. The Eagles’ offensive line hasn’t missed a beat after losing center Jason Kelce last offseason.

All season, they’ve consistently re-established the line of scrimmage. They’re athletic enough to get to the second level. And that combination has helped to spring Barkley for massive plays on a weekly basis.

The O-line was certainly a critical component on both of Saquon’s big TD runs against the Rams on Sunday.

The first 70-yard touchdown was an outside zone with split-flow action by wide receiver Johnny Wilson (#89):

First, check out how the front side was blocked by right guard Mekhi Becton and right tackle Lane Johnson: