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Liam McKeone

NFL World Clashes Over Saquon Barkley Roughing Penalty That Led to Eagles TD

Saquon Barkley gets hit late | NFL on FO

Saquon Barkley was all over the place for the Philadelphia Eagles in the first half of the NFC championship game against the Washington Commanders. He scored two touchdowns in the first quarter and, late in the first half, even managed to draw a penalty to give his team a huge advantage.

With Philly up 20-12, Barkley caught a pass on third-and-10 and sprinted to get the first down. However, it quickly became clear he wouldn't get there, so Barkley ran out of bounds a few yards short of the line to gain. Commanders cornerback Mike Saintrisil came flying it and hit Barkley right as he went out of bounds. The rookie was flagged for a late hit, giving the Eagles a free first-and-goal. They'd convert and score their fourth touchdown of the half shortly thereafter.

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