Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) runs the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) Saquon Barkley’s pursuit of Eric Dickerson’s 40-year-old rushing record could get grounded by his coach.

The status of Saquon Barkley's pursuit of the NFL single-season rushing record remains up in the air. Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said during his weekly radio show with 94WIP on Tuesday that he will meet with players and team brass before deciding whether Barkley will play in Sunday's regular season finale against his old team,

The Philadelphia Eagles essentially have no chance to get a first-round bye in the postseason. But still, there is seemingly a chance that Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley will take part in their regular-season finale against the New York Giants in Week 18.

What you should knowThe Eagles clinched the NFC East and the No. 2 seed by defeating the Dallas Cowboys at the Linc Sunday. Here's what we know about the playoff schedule and possible opponents. Saquon Barkley surpassed 2,

The Philadelphia Eagles will finish in first place in the NFC East, and will therefore have a first-place schedule in 2025. 16 of the 17 opponents are now known. The order in which they play them will be determined this spring.

The Philadelphia Eagles are riding high and are headed to the playoffs with Super Bowl aspirations. This is a make-or-break postseason for a couple of key Eagles. Another failure in the playoffs could signal the end for a couple of members of the team.