Saquon Barkley left the Philadelphia Eagles’ Week 4 game early after sustaining a right leg injury following just two carries. The running back was seen limping off the field and rubbing his right leg after a six-yard run during the first quarter, prompting immediate concern.
Barkley had rushed twice and caught one pass before exiting. Tank Bigsby took over running back duties after Barkley’s departure. The injury came as a blow for the Eagles, who were already managing Barkley’s availability following a previous injury setback.
Earlier this season, Barkley missed nearly all of the Eagles’ Week 2 victory over the Tennessee Titans due to a stinger. His absence for most of that game raised questions about his durability after a strong start to the campaign.
FOX Sports’ NFL coverage captured the moment Barkley appeared hurt, showing him limping and clearly in discomfort on the sideline. There has been no official update from the Eagles regarding the severity of the injury or expected recovery time.
Barkley’s limited touches before the injury reflect the coaching staff’s cautious approach given his recent health concerns. The Eagles will now rely more heavily on Bigsby and their other backs as they assess Barkley’s condition.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
According to Yahoo Sports.