Eagles' Lane Johnson Predicts Huge 2026 Season for Saquon Barkley
Summary
Lane Johnson of the Philadelphia Eagles expects running back Saquon Barkley to have a big season in 2026 with a new offensive coordinator. Barkley had a slower season last year but showed great success in 2024, and Johnson believes the team’s improved offense will help Barkley make more big plays again.Key Facts
- Saquon Barkley had one of the best rushing seasons in NFL history in 2024 with over 2,000 yards.
- In 2025, Barkley’s rushing yards dropped to 1,140, and his yards per carry decreased from 5.8 to 4.1.
- The Philadelphia Eagles hired Sean Mannion as their new offensive coordinator for the 2026 season.
- Lane Johnson, a veteran tackle, is returning from injury to lead the offensive line in 2026.
- Johnson predicts Barkley will make more explosive runs and catches this season, similar to his 2024 performance.
- Barkley struggled to make big plays last season, with only four runs over 20 yards and 13 games with fewer than 90 rushing yards.
- Johnson was injured late in the 2025 season and missed games, possibly affecting the offense’s performance.
- The Eagles start their 2026 season against the Washington Commanders on September 13.
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