PHILADELPHIA — Two years after they blew a third-quarter lead and went on to lose Super Bowl 57 on a last-second scoring drive directed by Patrick Mahomes, the Philadelphia Eagles will receive their long-awaited shot at redemption.

Saquon Barkley sprinted 60 yards for a touchdown on his first carry of the NFC championship game and the Eagles running back had a 4-yard scoring run on his second carry to roaring “MVP! MVP!” chants each time.

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley lit up the NFL world on Sunday with an incredible 60-yard touchdown run against the Washington Commanders.

The Washington Commanders understand that containing Saquon Barkley is of the utmost importance if they want to upset the rival Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship game. They failed to do so on the Eagles' first play from scrimmage.

Saquon Barkley dashed 60 yards for a touchdown on Philadelphia’s first play and finished with 118 yards and three scores, Jalen Hurts rushed for three TDs and the Eagles soared