Saquon Barkley Crowned NFL's No. 1 Player, Joe Flacco Breaks Streak Record

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Saquon Barkley's historic 2024 season, his first with the Eagles, has seen him rush for an NFL record 2,504 yards between the regular and postseasons. He broke off long touchdown runs, hurdled backward over a defender, and ran the Eagles all the way to the Super Bowl while winning the offensive player of the year award. Barkley's peers have decided he is the best player in the league, and he has been revealed as the No. 1 player in the annual NFL Top 100 rankings, voted on by NFL players. The running back's incredible performance and skills have left his teammates and opponents in awe, with San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy stating, "You see how fast he is, the jumps, the 360 hurdles, like, dude, it's pretty fun to watch." Barkley's teammate Cooper DeJean added, "He probably is the best football player I've ever watched in person. I'm glad I don't have to go up against him."

Key Takeaways:

  • Saquon Barkley's historic 2024 season saw him rush for an NFL record 2,504 yards, breaking off long touchdown runs and leading the Eagles to the Super Bowl.
  • Barkley was voted the No. 1 player in the annual NFL Top 100 rankings by his peers, solidifying his position as the best player in the league.
  • The running back's incredible skills, including speed, agility, and jumping ability, have earned him praise from teammates and opponents alike.
  • Cooper DeJean, Barkley's teammate, stated that he is the best football player he has ever watched in person.
  • Joe Flacco, a veteran quarterback, will start for the Cleveland Browns at age 40, making him one of eight NFL quarterbacks to age 40 or older since 1948 to do so.

Statistics:

  • Saquon Barkley rushed for an NFL record 2,504 yards in the 2024 season.
  • The 2024 season saw Barkley win the offensive player of the year award and lead the Eagles to the Super Bowl.
  • Joe Flacco will become the eighth NFL quarterback age 40 or older since 1948 to start a Week 1 game.
  • Joe Flacco has been with the Cleveland Browns since April 2024.

Sources:

  • "Saquon Barkley’s Historic 2024 Season Earns Him No. 1 Spot in NFL Top 100 Rankings" by NFL.com
  • "Joe Flacco to Start for Cleveland Browns at Age 40" by Sportradar
  • "NFL Top 100 Rankings: Saquon Barkley Voted No. 1" by ESPN