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NFL·INJURY·October 4, 2026 01:42 PM ET

Saquon Barkley exits with apparent hamstring injury

He pulled up on his second carry of the first quarter.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 42m1 min read
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What happened: Saquon Barkley went down on the field during the opening quarter against the Los Angeles Rams. The running back grabbed his right leg after a rushing attempt and required attention from the athletic staff. Medical personnel evaluated him in the blue tent before he walked to the locker room.

Why it matters: The setback removes the focal point of the Philadelphia offense early in the matchup. Saquon Barkley recently recovered from a neck stinger that limited his availability in practice. His sudden absence shifts the offensive burden and forces the team to rely on its backfield depth.

By the numbers: Barkley recorded 280 carries for 1,140 yards and seven touchdowns over 16 games during the 2025 season.

What to watch: Philadelphia officially designated him as questionable to return. Further updates regarding his status are pending.

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