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ArticleSaquon Barkley’s hamstring is still an issue, but the Eagles needed him
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Through three quarters, he was on the field for 10 snaps and carried the ball each of those times. Early in the fourth quarter, the Eagles listed Barkley as questionable to return with a back injury, essentially ending his game with 62 rushing yards. Based on his pre-game comments, and how soon his hot hand was passed on, the Eagles were actively managing Barkley's pitch count against the Cowboys.
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Barkley managed to 10 snaps, 62 yards, 1 TD; Eagles controlling pitch count on return.

Barkley was actively managed by the Eagles with snap count restrictions; he played 10 snaps through three quarters with a carry on each snap, scored a touchdown on his first drive, and finished with 62 rushing yards before being listed questionable to return. The source indicates the Eagles were deliberately limiting his workload despite his immediate impact.

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