PHILADELPHIA — Saquon Barkley sat behind the table, following the man who’s much like a mountain. Lane Johnson lumbered outside the media tent, an ageless pillar poised for his 13th season at right tackle.

Saquon Barkley’s high usage in Philadelphia Eagles training camp signals no slowdown ahead of the 2025 NFL season.

Only nine running backs have ever rushed for over 2,000 yards in a single season. In a volatile position with a short shelf life, running backs have struggled to find ways to secure both high pay and long-term value.