Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has etched his name in NFL history, becoming the ninth player to rush for over 2,000 yards in a single season. Barkley achieved the milestone during the Eagles’ dominant 41-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, finishing the day with 31 carries for 167 yards. This brings his season total to an impressive 2,003 yards.
Joining the Legends
Barkley joins an elite group of NFL greats in the 2,000-yard rushing club, including:
Eric Dickerson (NFL-record 2,105 yards, Rams, 1984)
O.J. Simpson (2,003, Bills, 1973)
Adrian Peterson (2,097, Vikings, 2012)
Jamal Lewis (2,066, Ravens, 2003)
Barry Sanders (2,053, Lions, 1997)
Derrick Henry (2,027, Titans, 2020)
Terrell Davis (2,008, Broncos, 1998)
Chris Johnson (2,006, Titans, 2009)
The Moment
Barkley crossed the 2,000-yard mark with a 23-yard run in the fourth quarter, with 10:49 remaining on the clock. Eagles coach Nick Sirianni immediately called a timeout to celebrate the historic achievement. Barkley left the field to a standing ovation from the Philadelphia crowd, a moment that solidified his place among the NFL’s all-time greats.
Looking Ahead
While Barkley needs 101 more yards to break Eric Dickerson’s single-season rushing record, it’s unclear if he’ll have the opportunity. With the Eagles holding a commanding lead and little left to play for next week, Barkley’s focus may shift to resting up for the postseason.
For now, Saquon Barkley’s 2023 season is one for the record books, and his performance against the Cowboys cements his status as one of the league’s premier running backs.
