Saquon Barkley (RB, Eagles) leaves only crumbs to his opponents and aims for the MVP. Indeed, for the fourth time this season, he won the title of player of the week. Already impressive, the runner perhaps produced his best game of the season with 302 yards and 2 cumulative touchdowns. Unfortunately, it has been difficult in recent years for players other than quarterback to be MVP. However, Saquon Barkley has the level. Additionally, only Barry Sanders, Terrell Davis and LaDainian Tomlinson among running backs have been named players of the week more than four times in a season. Another point in common? They finished MVP in those years.
In the NFC, it is Coby Bryant (CB, Seahawks) who accompanies Saquon Barkley on the defense side. His interception returned for a 69-yard touchdown against the Cardinals put the lid on a game locked by Seattle. On the Dallas side, KaVontae Turpin (KR, Cowboys) added his touch of madness to an already crazy match. While the Commanders were seriously coming back, he returned a kickoff for a touchdown 99 yards. And all after losing the ball, covering it and placing a beautiful spin-move.
In AFC, Tua Tagovailoa (QB, Dolphins) is rewarded. The Floridian produced a game close to perfection with 317 yards and 4 touchdowns. Enough to easily dispose of the Patriots. On defense, Myles Garrett (DE, Browns) puts the church back in town and reminds everyone that he is the reigning Defender of the Year. His 3 sacks and 3 tackles for loss pushed the Steelers into the powder. Finally, Will Lutz (K, Broncos) was perfect on the foot. Indeed, he scored 17 points in Denver's 29-19 victory against Las Vegas.
NFC Conference
Offense: Saquon Barkley (RB, Eagles) – 26 carries, 255 yards, 2 touchdowns, 4 receptions, 47 yards
Defensive: Coby Bryant (CB, Seahawks) – 6 tackles, 1 interception returned for a 69-yard touchdown.
Special teams: KaVontae Turpin (KR, Cowboys) – commitment returned for a 99-yard touchdown
AFC Conference
Offensive: Tua Tagovailoa (QB, Dolphins) – 29/40, 317 yards, 4 touchdowns
Defensive: Myles Garrett (DE, Browns) – 5 tackles including three for loss, 3 sacks, 1 forced turnover
Special teams: Will Lutz (K, Broncos) – 5/5 field goal, 2/2 extra points
