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No Eagles Decision Yet on Saquon Barkley Record Chase

The Philadelphia Eagles face a big decision on Sunday—whether to rest star running back Saquon Barkley or go for an NFL record.
No Eagles Decision Yet on Saquon Barkley Record Chase
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) celebrating his touchdown with teammate quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders, in Landover, Md, on Dec. 22, 2024. Stephanie Scarbrough/ AP
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Philadelphia Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley could break Erick Dickerson’s single-season NFL rushing record, but whether or not Barkley plays on Sunday rests on a plethora of decision-makers and more.

The Eagles (13–3) are set for the No. 2 seed in the NFC Playoffs, so the Week 18 game against the New York Giants (3–13) has no bearing on playoff seeding, which means Sunday presents an opportunity to rest starters. In addition, Barkley needs a full day’s work—101 rushing yards—to break Dickerson’s record of 2,105 yards, set in 1984 with the Los Angeles Rams.
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