Howie Roseman calls Saquon Barkley’s Season the best skill position in NFL history

The Eagles took a gamble, and it paid off in historic fashion. When Philadelphia signed Saquon Barkley, doubts swirled about whether investing heavily in a running back was the right move. The position had been devalued in the modern NFL, and many questioned if Barkley was worth the price tag. But as the season unfolded, he didn’t just prove his value, he delivered one of the most dominant performances in league history, silencing critics and leading the Eagles to glory.

When Eagles General Manager Howie Roseman made the bold move to sign Saquon Barkley 11 months ago, plenty of skeptics raised their eyebrows. In today’s NFL, where running backs have seen their value diminish, many questioned whether committing a significant portion of the team’s salary cap to a free-agent rusher was a wise decision. Critics argued that the league had shifted toward pass-heavy offenses, making high-priced running backs a risky investment.
Fast forward to the present, and that skepticism has completely disappeared. Barkley didn’t just prove his worth; he delivered a season for the ages. With a jaw-dropping 2,504 rushing yards between the regular season and playoffs, he silenced every critic and established himself as one of the most dominant forces the position has ever seen. His electrifying performances and game-changing plays redefined what an elite running back can accomplish, making him an indispensable piece of the Eagles’ championship puzzle.
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Roseman isn’t just calling Barkley’s season great, he believes it’s the best ever by a skill position player. During an appearance on PFT Live at the Scouting Combine, Roseman didn’t hold back in his praise.
“The best season of a skill position player in NFL history,” Roseman declared. "Seven rushes of 60+ yards, which is the most in NFL history by any skill position player. The next-closest running back was four, the next-closest receiver was Jerry Rice, six. The most rushing yards in a season, and he won a championship. So in my opinion, the best season for any skill position player in NFL history." (via: Yahoo Sports)
Numbers don’t lie, and Barkley’s explosive plays and consistent dominance cemented his place in history. More importantly, his presence was instrumental in the Eagles’ championship run, proving that Roseman’s gamble was worth every penny.
When the dust settled, it wasn’t just Barkley’s stats that spoke volumes, it was the Lombardi Trophy in Philadelphia’s hands.