Saquon Barkley is on the verge of something truly historic — he's chasing Eric Dickerson's NFL single-season rushing record of 2,105 yards, and the finish line is in sight. With 1,623 yards already this season, Barkley needs just 483 more yards in the Eagles' final four games to surpass Dickerson's mark set in 1984.
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That's an average of 121 yards per game, and considering Barkley has been averaging 125 yards per game this season, he's got a very real shot at making history.
The Eagles' schedule sets him up for success, too. They've got the Steelers, Commanders, Cowboys, and Giants left on the slate. While Pittsburgh has a solid run defense, the other three teams are near the bottom of the league in rushing yards allowed.
Barkley should be able to feast on those defenses and close the gap on the record with relative ease. But the real drama will unfold in Week 18, when Barkley faces off against his old team, the Giants.
Imagine the scene: Barkley, possibly within striking distance of the record, taking the field at home against the team that let him walk in free agency. It would be the perfect storyline, the ultimate revenge game, and a potential career-defining moment. The only wrinkle?
The Eagles might already have their playoff spot locked up by then, and Coach Nick Sirianni may have to decide whether to rest his star players. But you can bet Sirianni will want to give Barkley a shot at history, and the Eagles might keep him on the field long enough to break the record, even if it means some extra drama in a meaningless game.
Of course, Giants fans would be none too pleased watching their former franchise icon break the record in an Eagles uniform. The same player who was once hailed as the most beloved Giant by team owner John Mara could leave them with an unforgettable sting if he becomes the league's all-time rushing king wearing green.
It's a juicy storyline, and one that could end up defining both Barkley's legacy and his exit from New York.
