Why Eagles’ Saquon Barkley is looking forward to playing in Week 8 despite dwindling playoff odds

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has expressed confidence that the team will turn things around despite struggling midway through the 2026 NFL season and facing dwindling playoff odds heading into Week 8. Barkley, who has been in the NFL since 2018 and is in his third season with Philadelphia, remains optimistic following the Eagles' Super Bowl victory. The article was published on October 31, 2026, and highlights Barkley's determination to keep pushing forward despite the team's recent rough patch.