On July 16, Barkley learned that he would be making room for one more thing on the mantel – the ESPYS' "Best NFL Player" award. Barkley received the award over fellow nominees Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson and Patrick Surtain II.

Mechanicsburg, PA native Shane Gillis, who was hosting the ESPYs and is a big Eagles fan, showed some love to his favorite team: Saquon Barkley unsurprisingly won “Best NFL Player” (man, he really should’ve been MVP) and “Best Play” for his reverse hurdle.

Barkley's reverse hurdle during last season's Week 9 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars has won 'Best Play' at the 2025 ESPY Awards. One of the most memorable plays in NFL history will also grace the cover of Madden NFL 26, releasing early next month.