Saquon Barkley Update Drops Ahead of Primetime Matchup vs Bears

Saquon Barkley, the Philadelphia Eagles' star running back, returns to practice after a stinger injury, with reports suggesting he'll play in the upcoming Week 3 primetime matchup against the Chicago Bears. The Eagles currently sit at 2-0, a record that appears more surprising than the team's performance would indicate, as they've faced tough competition early in the season.

Barkley, who missed the opening play of last week's game due to the injury, returned later in the second half and finished with just nine rushing yards on four carries. Although stingers are typically not career-threatening, the injury still raised concerns given Barkley's crucial role in the Eagles' offense. However, the results of his MRI were reportedly positive, and he is expected to recover in time for Monday Night Football.

Barkley has faced numerous injuries in his NFL career, but he has been more durable for the Eagles, appearing in 16 games over the past two seasons. The Bears, on the other hand, have struggled on the ground this season, with their backfield averaging just 5.7 and 4.6 yards per carry in their last two games. This presents a prime opportunity for Barkley, who has yet to reach 100 rushing yards in the season.