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Saquon Barkley led the Eagles to a playoff victory, breaking rushing records and setting the stage for the NFC Championship.

Saquon Barkley delivered a stunning performance as the Philadelphia Eagles triumphed over the Los Angeles Rams, winning 28-22 in the divisional round. Barkley rushed for an impressive 205 yards, including explosive touchdown runs of 62 and 78 yards. This remarkable feat places him fifth in NFL playoff history for rushing yards and third for rushing average among 200-yard playoff rushers. Additionally, he shattered the Eagles` single-game rushing record, previously held by Steve Van Buren since the 1949 NFL Championship Game.

Barkley`s season has been nothing short of extraordinary, amassing 2,329 rushing yards, which ranks him third on the all-time single-season rushing list, trailing only Terrell Davis`s records from 1997 and 1998. With just 148 yards needed to break the overall single-season rushing record, Barkley is on the verge of making history.

As the NFL playoff bracket narrows down, four teams remain in contention. The Eagles are set to host the Washington Commanders in the NFC Championship Game on January 26, while the Kansas City Chiefs will face the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship Game on the same day. The winners will advance to Super Bowl 59, scheduled for February 9 in New Orleans. The Chiefs are making their seventh consecutive appearance in the AFC Championship Game, while the Eagles aim to capitalize on their strong playoff momentum.

The electrifying atmosphere at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia witnessed Barkley`s historic performance, further igniting the Eagles` hopes for a Super Bowl appearance. The Commanders, fresh off their victory against the Lions, are also eager to secure their spot in the championship showdown.

For more details on the playoff schedule, visit NFL playoff schedule and to learn more about Barkley`s records, check out Barkley`s rushing records.

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