Saquon Barkley Rushes for 2,000 Yards and 167 in Game as Eagles Clinch NFC East Title with 41-7 Win Over Cowboys

Dec 29, 2024, 08:46 PM

Saquon Barkley, running back for the Philadelphia Eagles, achieved a milestone by rushing for over 2,000 yards in a single season during a game against the Dallas Cowboys on December 29, 2024. Barkley reached the 2,000-yard mark with a 23-yard run in the fourth quarter, becoming the ninth player in NFL history to accomplish this feat. In addition to this achievement, he is now only 100 yards away from breaking Eric Dickerson's all-time single-season rushing record of 2,105 yards, set in 1984. The Eagles secured a decisive 41-7 victory over the Cowboys, clinching the NFC East title in the process. Barkley finished the game with 167 rushing yards, contributing significantly to his season total, and his performance has positioned him for potential bonuses totaling $2 million.