Watch: Barkley scores 60-yard TD on first play from scrimmage

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley. Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Watch: Saquon Barkley scores 60-yard TD on first play from scrimmage vs. Commanders

By Austen Bundy | Last updated Jan 26, 2025 3:48 PM ET

It didn't take the Philadelphia Eagles long to answer the Washington Commanders' extended first drive in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday. It only took 18 seconds.

Starting from their 40-yard line after Washington utilized an 18-play game-opening drive to go up 3-0, the Eagles needed just a single play to claim the lead.

Running back Saquon Barkley took the ball around the left side and broke several tackles on his way for a 60-yard touchdown on his team's first play from scrimmage.

SAQUON ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!

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The Eagles snagged a 7-3 lead out of thin air on a play that appeared to be aimed at establishing the run game early, especially with starting center Cam Jurgens sidelined by injury.

Philadelphia's counterpunch seemingly knocked the wind out of Washington's sails, with the Commanders turning the ball over on a fumble by wide receiver Dyami Brown on their ensuing possession.

Barkley made them pay yet again, scoring his second touchdown of the first quarter from a short distance to extend Philadelphia's lead to 14-3.

Touchdown #2 for Saquon

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Philadelphia is looking to return to the Super Bowl for the first time since the 2022-23 season. It could potentially get a rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs if they defeat the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship Game later on Sunday.

Austen Bundy

Austen Bundy is a journalist and sports junkie from the Washington, D. C. area

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