Skip to main content
Philadelphia Eagles
Advertising

Philadelphia Eagles News

Saquon Barkley wins Best NFL Player at the ESPYs 

Jul 16, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Author Image
PhiladelphiaEagles.com
RB Saquon Barkley
RB Saquon Barkley

Saquon Barkley's first season in Philadelphia ended with a championship, but the hardware keeps coming.

Barkley was named the Best NFL Player at the ESPYs on Wednesday night after his terrific debut year in Midnight (and Kelly) Green.

Barkley set an NFL record with 2,504 rushing yards in the regular season and playoffs, breaking a record that stood for more than 25 years. He also became just the ninth player in NFL history to rush for 2,000 yards in a regular season on his way to winning AP Offensive Player of the Year honors.

All season, Barkley was a big play waiting to happen, setting an NFL record with seven 60+ yard rushing touchdowns. Barkley erupted in the playoffs, averaging 124.8 rushing yards per game and 1.3 touchdowns.

It was a dream season for Barkley in Philadelphia, and he was recognized for it at the ESPYs, where he was also nominated for Best Play (his reverse hurdle) and Best Male Athlete (or Best NFL Player).

– Written by Matt Ryan

Related Content

news

Eagles win Best Team at 2025 ESPYs

The Super Bowl Champions were recognized as the best team in sports at the ESPYs.
news

Saquon Barkley wins Best Play with iconic reverse hurdle

Saquon Barkley's hurdle earned him some hardware at the ESPYs.
news

Eagles 2025 Training Camp Position Preview: Cornerback

There is an open starting spot at cornerback going into this season.
news

Spadaro: Jalen Hurts is ready to climb the mountain again

Jalen Hurts gave himself about a week to bask in the Super Bowl, but he's not resting on his laurels.
news

Eagles 2025 Training Camp Position Preview: Linebacker

Zack Baun is back with the Birds after his All-Pro first season in Philadelphia.
news

Eagles 2025 Training Camp Position Preview: Defensive Tackle

Jalen Carter is one of the game's preeminent players at the position, while Jordan Davis has earned the trust of the organization, earning his fifth-year option.
news

Spadaro: These veterans have plenty to prove

Zack Baun parlayed a one-year deal into a life-altering season that resulted in a lucrative contract. Will someone follow Baun's lead in 2025?
news

Spadaro: Eagles Offseason Review, Part 3: NFL Draft spices up Training Camp competition

The Eagles added 10 players on the most important weekend of the offseason, starting wtih a top 10 player on their board.
news

Eagles 2025 Training Camp Position Preview: Edge Rusher

There is an infusion of youth at the top of the depth chart, while a pair of productive veterans look to find their footing in a new environment.
news

Eagles 2025 Training Camp Position Preview: Offensive Line

There is one spot on offense that doesn't have a starter returning in 2025. The right guard position will be one of the best battles to watch in Training Camp.
news

Eagles 2025 Training Camp Position Preview: Tight End

Dallas Goedert is back as the starter, but who will comprise the depth behind him? Check out the storylines at tight end heading into Training Camp.

LATEST VIDEOS

video

Jalen Hurts answers more fans' questions

Jul 16, 2025

Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts takes fans behind the curtain for a Q&A.
video

Brian Dawkins reacts to his hardest hits

Jul 09, 2025

Eagles Legend Brian Dawkins is in the hot seat as he reacts to the hardest hits that he delivered in his Hall of Fame career, as well as the rare quadrafecta that he pulled off in a 2002 game against the Houston Texans. Learn what Dawkins calls "the perfect play."
video

Saquon Barkley reacts to his record-breaking season

Jun 25, 2025

Saquon Barkley reacts to the greatest moments from his Offensive Player of the Year campaign and one of the all-time most prolific individual seasons in NFL history. From his first TD as an Eagle to surpassing 2,000 rushing yards and, of course, the reverse hurdle, it's all covered here.
Advertising