Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley blew past Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse en route to a 62-yard touchdown run in the first quarter of their playoff game.
The touchdown appeared to be extra sweet when Verse couldn’t chase down Barkley. The Pro Bowl rookie took a shot at Eagles fans before the game.
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Eagles running back Saquon Barkley scores a touchdown past Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse during the NFC divisional playoff game Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
“I hate Eagles fans. They are so annoying,” he said earlier this week. “When I see the green and white, I hate it. I actually get upset. Like, I get really hot.”
Barkley questioned the timing of Verse’s remarks.
“Probably not the smartest thing to say when you come to Philadelphia,” he said, via ESPN . “I’ve been to the other side [as a member of the New York Giants] and even if I did somehow, I probably wouldn’t give them extra fuel. I’m pretty sure Philly fans saw that comment. It should already be loud and rocking, so this is just going to add to it.”
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Los Angeles Rams linebacker Byron Young, left, and linebacker Jared Verse react to fans before the NFC divisional playoff game Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Verse was treated to some jeers from fans at Lincoln Financial Field as the Rams warmed up for the divisional round game. His remarks were even shown on the video board at Lincoln Financial Field when the game started.
Barkley’s touchdown put Philadelphia up 13-7 with 1:07 left in the first quarter.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley runs past Los Angeles Rams safety Kamren Kinchens for a touchdown Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
The run came after quarterback Jalen Hurts galloped for a 44-yard touchdown run to start the game.
