Eagles’ Saquon Barkley opens up on taking leadership role amid Philly’s woes

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley spoke about embracing a more vocal leadership role following the team's 38-21 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football. The defeat dropped Philadelphia to a 2-5 record after five consecutive losses. With starting quarterback Jalen Hurts sidelined by injury, Barkley broke from his usual routine to address the team in the locker room postgame.

Barkley stressed that other veterans, including left tackle Jordan Mailata, must help fill the vocal leadership void. Barkley had returned Monday after missing two games with a hamstring issue, recording 62 rushing yards and a touchdown before leaving in the fourth quarter with back discomfort.