Eagles' Struggles: Saquon Barkley's Impact and Identity Crisis

Saquon Barkley's performance this season has been a focal point of concern for the Philadelphia Eagles. After a dominant 2024 season, Barkley's yards per carry have dipped to 3.7, the lowest since 2021. This decline is further emphasized by his reduced yards per game and carries per game.

Barkley's struggles are evident in shotgun and pistol formations. Last season, he excelled in shotgun, amassing 1,050 yards and averaging 5.8 yards per carry. This year, those numbers have decreased to 302 yards and 3.6 yards per carry. Similarly, his performance out of pistol formations has declined from 529 yards and 5.7 yards per carry in 2024 to 84 yards and 2.4 yards per carry this season.

Under-center runs have shown some promise, with Barkley averaging 4.3 yards per carry, his highest of any alignment this season. However, the overall ineffectiveness of the running game has led to questions about the team's offensive scheme and Barkley's role within it.

Film analysis points to offensive line struggles, changes in defensive schemes, and reduced effectiveness in key formations.

The loss of Mekhi Becton, coupled with injuries to key linemen, has affected the Eagles' ability to create running lanes.

Sirianni disagrees with Barkley's assessment that the Cowboys wanted the win more, citing high effort levels on both sides of the ball.

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