Saquon Barkley Leaves Eagles Game With Hamstring Injury

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley left Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams due to a right leg injury, exiting the field during the first quarter after a six-yard run. The team later confirmed that Barkley sustained a hamstring injury and would not return to the lineup.

Early Departure Against the Rams

Barkley finished his brief afternoon with two rushing attempts and one reception before heading to the locker room at SoFi Stadium. Tank Bigsby replaced the star running back in the offensive backfield for the remainder of the contest. Video footage captured Barkley grabbing his right hamstring on the sidelines immediately following his opening-quarter carry.

This early exit marks another physical setback for Barkley during the current NFL campaign. The veteran runner previously missed nearly the entire Week 2 matchup against the Tennessee Titans due to lingering health concerns.

Roster Stretched Thin in Philadelphia

Barkley’s departure compounded an already significant injury and absence list for the Eagles. Philadelphia played without six regular starters on Sunday, forcing head coach Nick Sirianni’s staff to adjust on the fly.

Offensive lineman Lane Johnson was a late scratch shortly before kickoff due to personal reasons. The team’s injury report also kept wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring), linebacker Zack Baun (concussion), tight end Dallas Goedert, offensive lineman Landon Dickerson, and safety Marcus Epps out of action.

Next Steps for the Eagles Backfield

The Eagles face a quick turnaround to evaluate Barkley’s status as the team prepares for its next scheduled contest on the NFL schedule. Medical staff will conduct further evaluations on the hamstring strain during the upcoming week of practice.