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Saquon Barkley Poised To Break Broncos' Terrell Davis' Record During Super Bowl

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Joshua Greer | Last updated Feb 3, 2025 6:05 PM ET

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is on the verge of making history.

With just 30 yards separating him from breaking Terrell Davis' single-season rushing record, postseason included, Barkley has a chance to etch his name among the NFL’s all-time greats.

Davis set the record in 1998, rushing for a combined 2,476 yards while leading the Denver Broncos to a Super Bowl victory.

Barkley, now at 2,447 yards—442 of which have come in the playoffs—has been the driving force behind the Eagles’ offense this season. His blend of power, vision, and breakaway speed has made him nearly unstoppable, and with another game on the horizon, he stands on the doorstep of history.

Barkley’s performance has been instrumental in the Eagles' postseason run, mirroring the dominance Davis displayed 26 years ago.

The former Penn State star has shredded defenses with ease, proving to be a game-changer on the ground. If he surpasses Davis’ mark, it will solidify his status as one of the league’s all-time most dynamic rushers.

Breaking a record set by a Hall of Famer is no small feat, but Barkley has thrived under pressure all season. Whether he gets those 30 yards and leads Philadelphia to Super Bowl glory remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—Saquon Barkley is on the cusp of making NFL history.

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