Eagles’ Saquon Barkley hits Rams’ Jared Verse for TD after rookie’s comments about Philly fans

Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley outran Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Vers en route to a 62-yard touchdown in the first quarter of their playoff game.

The touchdown proved to be a nice one as Verce was unable to chase down Barkley. The Pro Bowl rookie took a shot at Eagles fans before the game.

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“I hate Eagles fans. They are so annoying,” he said at the beginning of the week. “When I see that green and white, I hate it. I’m actually upset. Like, I’m actually getting really hot.”

Barkley questioned the timing of Verse’s remarks.

“It’s probably not the smartest thing to say when you’re coming to Philadelphia,” he said. via ESPN. “I was on the other side (as a member of the New York Giants) and even if I felt something like that, I probably wouldn’t give them too much power. I’m pretty sure Philly fans saw this comment. It was already supposed to be loud and rocking, so this will only add to it.”

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Fans at Lincoln Financial Field booed Verse as the Rams warmed up before the divisional round. His remarks were even shown on the video board at Lincoln Financial Field when the game started.

Barkley’s touchdown put Philadelphia up 13-7 with 1:07 left in the first quarter.

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The run came after quarterback Jalen Hurts scampered for a 44-yard touchdown to start the game.

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