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Eagles’ Saquon Barkley Addresses Injury After Loss vs Cowboys

The Philadelphia Eagles hosted the Dallas Cowboys for Monday Night Football on October 26, and the game served as the return of Saquon Barkley. The star running back has been dealing with a hamstring injury and missed the last couple…

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 10:39 AM
Eagles’ Saquon Barkley Addresses Injury After Loss vs Cowboys
Key Things to Know
  • Saquon Barkley revealed he suffered a back issue early in the Eagles' 38-21 loss to the Dallas Cowboys.
  • Barkley believes he strained his back by overcompensating for a recent hamstring injury.
  • The Eagles running back produced 62 yards and one rushing touchdown on seven carries before being limited.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley addressed a new back injury suffered during the team's 38-21 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football. Barkley returned from a two-game hamstring absence but experienced back tightness following his first carry of the night. He noted that overcompensating for the hamstring likely contributed to the setback.

Despite the lingering discomfort, Barkley totaled 62 rushing yards and a touchdown on seven carries. Teammate Dameon Pierce added 47 yards and a score on 14 attempts. Barkley expressed frustration with his recurring health issues this season, which also include an earlier stinger, but indicated he does not anticipate the back issue sidelining him long term.

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