The Los Angeles Rams struggled defensively against Saquon Barkley of the Philadelphia Eagles, who rushed for 225 yards and two touchdowns in a dominant performance. This game marked a career-best season for Barkley, surpassing his previous rushing total from 2022.

Rams linebacker Jared Verse and safety Quentin Lake acknowledged Barkley's exceptional skills and the challenges they faced in trying to contain him. The Rams are now preparing to face another elite running back, Christian McCaffrey, in their upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers.