Saquon Barkley Didn’t Hold Back—His Response About the Eagles’ Offense Says Everything Fans Needed to Hear.QQ
Saquon Barkley wants the Eagles to get back into the mindset “of not caring” what the defense is trying to do
One week of an NFL season won’t define Saquon Barkley by any means. He’s rich. He’s a Super Bowl champion, and he’s the reigning Offensive Player of the Year, one who should have actually won the NFL’s MVP trophy.
This is the second year of his Philadelphia Eagles contract. Things haven’t exactly started with a bang, minus the fact that the Birds have scored more wins on their ledger than losses.
We’ve heard him say this more than once. Winning is truly all that he cares about. When we all woke up on October 9th, that’s where we thought the day was headed, towards winning.
The stars seemed to align. Prime Video dropped its Saquon documentary, one that focused heavily on his split from the New York Giants. Wouldn’t you know it? They did so on the same day Philadelphia was scheduled to play New York in a road game.
How about this quote from Saquon Barkley?
For just the second time since becoming a professional, Barkley traveled to MetLife Stadium as the enemy. Philadelphia’s rivalry with the Giants had been one-sided as of late. Despite the Eagles’ offensive struggles, it was believed the Giants would again cooperate and serve as the proverbial doormats.Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now.
There isn’t anyone who doesn’t know how that game turned out. The Birds got Big Blue’s best shot and were handed their second loss of the season, and now the oft-mentioned questions about offensive stagnancy and predictability will only grow louder. Saquon, however, offers a rebuttal.
Did you catch that? “Last year, (did you think) we were predictable? I mean, everyone knew we were running the ball, and we still got it off. ” If you’re looking for silver linings after a tough loss, that might just be what the doctor ordered.
Still, if we’re being honest, yes, this offense is predictable. Something has to change, and it has to change quickly because there is too much talent on this team to waste with subpar coaching. Fans and the players both deserve better.
Next up for the Eagles is a mini-bye. Ten days separate their most recent game from their next, but when they return to work, they’ll be facing a Minnesota Vikings team that should be led by, of all people, former Eagle Carson Wentz.
