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Can Saquon Barkley break the NFL's single-season rushing record? Tracking his pace, plus what's next

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Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is on pace to break Eric Dickerson's record of 2,105 yards .

Dickerson set the record in 1984 , but Barkley has the benefit of an extra game to break it.

The Eagles have relied heavily on Barkley 's rushing ability this season after signing him in free agency.

Barkley 's best work came in the closing frame, as he rushed for 57 yards on seven carries in the game-sealing drive.

Barkley went off for 176 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries in his return to MetLife Stadium .

Dickerson rushed 24 times for 145 yards in his eighth game of the 1984 season , putting him at 925 on the season -- tied with Dickerson .

The Eagles running back needs to average 121.4 yards over the final five games to break the record.

Barkley has 146 yards on the Commanders ' defense in November , capping off a critical divisional win for the Eagles.

Barkley needs to have a big first half against the Cowboys in Week 17 .

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