Eagles vs Rams: The Philadelphia Eagles returned from their mini-bye with a bang, clinching a dominant 37–20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. The star of the night? Saquon Barkley, who rewrote the Eagles’ record books with a jaw-dropping 255 rushing yards, the most ever in a single game in franchise history.
Here’s a complete rundown of this electrifying Sunday Night Football showdown:
Eagles vs Rams: Game Highlights
First Quarter: A Defensive Showdown Begins
- The Rams started strong, with Kyren Williams’ 27-yard dash, but the Eagles’ defense responded fiercely. Isaiah Rodgers forced a fumble recovered by Nakobe Dean, shifting momentum early.
- Jake Elliott opened the scoring with a 21-yard field goal.
- The Rams answered with a one-yard rushing touchdown by Kyren Williams, taking a 7–3 lead.
Second Quarter: Eagles Take Flight
- A.J. Brown’s clutch 27-yard catch set up another Elliott field goal.
- The defense dominated as Brandon Graham notched a sack, moving to third all-time on the Eagles’ sacks list.
- Hurts connected with Brown for a spectacular reviewed touchdown, giving Philadelphia a 13–7 lead heading into halftime.
Third Quarter: Barkley’s Historic Run
- Barkley exploded out of halftime with a 70-yard touchdown run, electrifying the Eagles’ offense.
- Kenneth Gainwell scored his first touchdown of the season to extend the Eagles’ lead to 27-14.
Fourth Quarter: Sealing the Victory
- Elliott added his third field goal of the night, pushing the lead to 30–14.
- Barkley finished the night with a record-setting 72-yard touchdown run, tying the franchise record with 255 rushing yards.
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— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) November 25, 2024
Key Stats of the Game
Passing Leaders
- Eagles: Jalen Hurts – 15/22, 179 yards, 1 TD.
- Rams: Matthew Stafford – 24/36, 243 yards, 2 TDs.
Rushing Leaders
- Eagles: Saquon Barkley – 26 carries, 255 yards, 2 TDs (9.8 ypc).
- Rams: Kyren Williams – 16 carries, 72 yards, 1 TD (4.5 ypc).
Receiving Leaders
- Eagles: A.J. Brown – 6 catches, 109 yards, 1 TD.
- Rams: Puka Nacua – 9 catches, 117 yards.
Postgame Reactions
Head Coach Nick Sirianni praised Barkley’s performance, calling him a “special player” and highlighting the offensive line’s crucial role against the Rams’ formidable defense.
Veteran defensive end Brandon Graham’s injury update brought mixed emotions. Sirianni expressed hope but held back from detailed comments, showing concern for the team’s defensive leader.
What’s Next for the Eagles?
The Eagles continue their march toward the playoffs with momentum firmly on their side. Barkley’s historic performance has not only uplifted the team but has also cemented him as a key figure in Philadelphia’s offense this season.
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