Eagles’ Saquon Barkley blows past Rams’ Jared Verse for TD after rookie’s comments about Philly fans

Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley passes Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse en route to a 62-yard touchdown run in the first quarter of a playoff game.

The touchdown looked very sweet, as Vers was unable to get Barkley on his heels. The Pro Bowl rookie opened fire on Eagles fans before the game.

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“I hate Eagles fans. They're so annoying,” he said earlier in the week. “When I see that green and white, I hate it. It actually makes me angry. It actually makes me really hot.”

Mr. Barclay questioned the timing of Mr. Vaas's remarks.

“Probably not the wisest thing to say when you come to Philadelphia,” he said. Via ESPN. “I was on the other side. [as a member of the New York Giants] Even if I had some feelings, I probably wouldn't give them any additional fuel. I'm sure Philadelphia fans saw this comment. We were already going to rock out loud, so it just adds to that. ”

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Los Angeles Rams linebacker Byron Young (left) and linebacker Jared Verse react to fans before an NFC divisional playoff game on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Zagora)

Verse faced jeers from fans at Lincoln Financial Field as the Rams prepared for their divisional round game. His remarks were also shown on the videoboard at Lincoln Financial Field at the start of the game.

Barkley's touchdown gave Philadelphia a 13-7 lead with 1:07 left in the first quarter.

Eagles running back Saquon Barkley scores a touchdown past Los Angeles Rams safety Kamren Kinchens on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derrick Hamilton)

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The run came after quarterback Jalen Hurts sprinted for a 44-yard touchdown run to start the game.

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