Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has been awarded the Associated Press Offensive Player of the Year for the first time in his career. Barkley's achievement is underscored by his outstanding performance throughout the season, during which he emerged as a leading force in the league.

The voting results announced by Rob Maaddi of the Associated Press revealed that Barkley secured 35 out of 50 first-place votes, solidifying his victory with a significant margin. The breakdown of the AP Offensive Player of the Year voting highlighted Barkley’s dominance, as he garnered a total of 406 points, far exceeding his competitors. Notable finalists included Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, who received 183 points, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow with 78 points, and Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, who tallied 171 points.

Barkley had a remarkable season, leading the NFL in several key categories: rushing yards (2,005), rushing yards per game (125.3), and total yards from scrimmage (2,283). His performance was achieved despite resting during the final game of the season, as the Eagles had already secured the NFC's No. 2 seed. In addition to his impressive statistics, Barkley averaged 5.8 yards per carry and scored a total of 15 touchdowns, earning him Pro Bowl and First Team All-Pro honors. After joining the Eagles following six seasons with the New York Giants, Barkley played a pivotal role in leading the Eagles to a 14-3 record and the NFC East title, showcasing his exceptional talent this season.