Yahoo Sports NFL on Saquon Barkley

Barkley's hamstring and back injuries limit his effectiveness despite mental toughness.

Barkley suffered a back injury on his first play against the Cowboys in Week 7, then played on a pitch count against the Commanders with 22 snaps, 13 carries for 30 yards and a touchdown. Post-game, he admitted his body isn't right: "my mind is there, but with the hammie and the back, my body isn't right now." The source notes he was unable to sit down on the sidelines and spent the game stretching his back muscles continuously, suggesting significant physical limitations despite his mental commitment to play.

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