Eagles RB Saquon Barkley’s late gaffe in playoff win is hurting bettors

Eagles RB Saquon Barkley’s late gaffe in playoff win is hurting bettors

Saquon Barkley appeared to be on the run, heading for a last-minute touchdown that, while it wouldn’t have had any impact on the outcome of the Philadelphia Eagles’ 22-10 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, did a lot for him Tickets for the betting audience would have brought in money.

More bets were placed on Barkley to score a touchdown against the Packers than on any other player across Sunday’s three NFL playoff games at multiple sportsbooks.

Barkley’s scoring touchdown was the third-most popular play of all NFL plays on ESPN BET on Sunday, and he appeared destined for the end zone after breaking free on the Eagles’ final drive.

With Philadelphia leading 22-10 with 1:09 to play, Barkley passed left tackle and burst through the Packers’ defense into open space before deciding to slide downfield for the first down.

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts took a knee on the final play of the game to take advantage of the final seconds and secure the win.

Barkley said after the game that it was “not tempting” to try for a touchdown.

“The first down wins you the game, so it’s all about getting the first down and coming down,” he said. “Doesn’t matter.”

Barkley, who was a -190 favorite to score a touchdown on ESPN BET, finished the game with 119 yards rushing and no touchdowns.

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