Saquon Barkley kicked off the 2025 NFL season in style, proving once again why he’s one of the league’s most electric playmakers.
Fresh off a historic 2024 campaign where he rushed for over 2,000 yards and powered the Philadelphia Eagles to a Super Bowl victory, Barkley returned to the field Thursday night against the Dallas Cowboys and immediately reminded fans what makes him special.
While Barkley found the end zone earlier in the game, his most jaw-dropping highlight came on a simple five-yard gain that showcased every bit of his superstar skillset.
On a crucial second-and-3 in the fourth quarter, Barkley started the play by blocking before slipping into the flat. Jalen Hurts, pressured by the Cowboys’ pass rush, launched an off-target throw that seemed destined to hit the turf. Instead, Barkley made a one-handed grab that defied logic.
What followed was pure chaos: he stiff-armed linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. to the ground, lowered his shoulder into cornerback DaRon Bland, and bulldozed through safety Donovan Wilson who bounced off in the collision. All of that… just for a first down on a five-yard gain.
It was the kind of play that doesn’t light up the box score but perfectly captures Barkley’s relentless drive and unmatched athleticism. If this is any indication, the Eagles’ star is set for another highlight-filled season.
