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Saquon Barkley wasted no time making his mark in his first NFC Championship Game with the Philadelphia Eagles.
On their first play from scrimmage against the Washington Commanders, Barkley exploded for a spectacular 60-yard touchdown run, breaking tackles and setting the tone for what would become a historic day.
His dominance continued with another rushing touchdown in the first quarter, showcasing the explosive impact he brings to the Eagles’ offense.
The remarkable performance caused one FOX Sports host to make a bold statement comparing Barkley to San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey.
“Y’all laughed at me when I said he’s gonna have a Christian McCaffrey-type impact. He’s going way beyond Christian McCaffrey,” Broussard said on “First Things First.”
“Saquon’s gone way beyond Christian McCaffrey… He’s gonna do this for the next few years.”
Says @Chris_Broussard pic.twitter.com/4ZSNf4sbYB
— First Things First (@FTFonFS1) January 27, 2025
Broussard expanded his take, highlighting how the Eagles’ already formidable run game, powered by their dominant offensive line, has reached new heights with Barkley in the backfield.
While acknowledging the 49ers’ success with McCaffrey, Broussard insisted that Barkley is elevating the position to another level.
Throughout the Eagles’ impressive season, Barkley has proven versatile in his role.
While often serving as the closer in crucial moments, he’s shown he can ignite the offense from the first snap, as demonstrated in this recent matchup.
The performance was a complete showcase of his abilities, from explosive opener to dynamic playmaker to reliable closer.
The Eagles’ ground attack made history, setting multiple Super Bowl-era postseason records in their commanding victory to claim the NFC title.
The team racked up seven rushing touchdowns and 229 rushing yards, a dominant performance that earned them a trip to Super Bowl LIX, where they will face the Kansas City Chiefs.
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