Saquon Barkley did not play on Sunday against the New York Giants, missing the opportunity to break the NFL single-season rushing record of 2,105 yards held by Eric Dickerson. The Philadelphia Eagles, already champions of the NFC East, opted to rest several key players, including Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown, ahead of their upcoming wild-card game.

Barkley concluded the season with 2,005 rushing yards, falling just short of the historic mark. He emphasized his commitment to winning a Super Bowl over individual accolades, stating, “I didn’t sign here to break Eric Dickerson’s record.” The Eagles' decision to rest players follows a grueling season, with Barkley accumulating a league-high 345 carries.