Saquon Barkley Scores Two Touchdowns as Eagles Defeat Saints 15-12: Key Highlights from Philadelphia's 2-1 Start

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Saquon Barkley Scores Two Touchdowns as Eagles Defeat Saints 15-12

In a hard-fought battle, the Philadelphia Eagles edged out the New Orleans Saints 15-12, thanks in large part to Saquon Barkley’s two crucial fourth-quarter touchdowns. After a frustrating start on offense, Barkley stepped up when it mattered most, scoring a spectacular 65-yard touchdown run that ignited the Eagles and shifted the momentum in their favor.

The Eagles’ defense was the real standout of the game, stifling the Saints' high-powered offense and forcing four punts, culminating in a game-sealing interception by Reed Blankenship. This was particularly impressive, given that the Saints had been one of the most effective offenses in the league through the first two weeks.

Injuries plagued the Eagles, with key players like DeVonta Smith, Darius Slay, Lane Johnson, Mekhi Becton, and Britain Covey all leaving the game. Despite missing nearly 40 percent of their offensive line, including All-Pro tackle Lane Johnson, and being without top receivers A.J. Brown and Smith, the Eagles found a way to win.

Head coach Nick Sirianni’s play-calling drew some scrutiny, as he made several unconventional decisions throughout the game. Nevertheless, Barkley and tight end Dallas Goedert emerged as the team’s focal points. Goedert’s impressive 61-yard catch set up the Eagles for a critical score, allowing them to regain the lead after the Saints briefly went ahead.

Although the Eagles have yet to put together a complete game this season, they improved to 2-1 with this narrow victory, proving their resilience in tough situations.