Protecting Barkley in open space is a key part of Philadelphia's game plan moving forward, but he's also the man Baltimore knows they need to stop if they want to win on Sunday.

Receiver Johnny Wilson (hamstring) and safety Sydney Brown (knee) are also questionable. Cornerback Darius Slay (concussion) has been ruled out, as expected. It would be unusual for a player to clear concussion protocol in less than a week.

Saquon Barkley is putting up numbers the NFL hasn't seen in over a decade, making his argument to become the first running back to win NFL MVP in 12 years. There isn't an MVP case for Barkley without his rushing totals after halftime of games.

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) runs against the Los Angeles Rams during the second ...

In Week 12 against the Los Angeles Rams, Saquon Barkley made Jalen Hurts' life easier. Establishing the tone early on with his commanding rushing prowess, Barkley ultimately took on much of the load for the Eagles in Week 12,

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is quickly hurdling the competition in the race for the NFL MVP Award.

Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the streaking Philadelphia Eagles’ seventh consecutive victory, 37-20 over the Los Angeles Rams.

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley got his record-setting ball back after throwing it into the crowd during Sunday's win over the Los