A.J. Brown Shifts MVP Vote After Saquon Barkley’s Reverse Hurdle

As the Philadelphia Eagles prepare for their Sunday Night Football match against the Los Angeles Rams, wide receiver A.J. Brown revealed an interesting development regarding his opinion on the most valuable player in the league. Brown conveyed that a recent extraordinary play by Saquon Barkley compelled him to reconsider his initial MVP pick.

While expressing great admiration for fellow player Derrick Henry, with whom he shares a history from their time on the same team, Brown could not ignore Barkley’s stunning reverse hurdle, which left a lasting impression on him. «I think [Saquon Barkley is] the best in the world, and I love Derrick [Henry],» Brown stated, highlighting his change of heart.

The wide receiver explained his shift during an interview, expressing his awe at Barkley’s athletic maneuver. «[Saquon Barkley is] incredible, man. You know, he’s definitely touched by God, man. And he works hard, so I had to give him that nod,» Brown commented, emphasizing the impact of Barkley’s athletic feat.

Brown had previously discussed his preferences with Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, mentioning that he considered Henry the best running back he had ever played with. However, Barkley’s backward jump over a defender, a move with both athleticism and flair, swayed Brown’s vote.

Looking ahead, Brown mentioned the anticipation building for the Eagles’ Week 13 game against the Baltimore Ravens, which will feature both Henry and Barkley, promising a thrilling matchup on the field.