Saquon Barkley's debut for the Philadelphia Eagles ended in disappointment as he dropped a crucial pass late in a game against the Atlanta Falcons, leading to a heartbreaking 22-21 loss. The Eagles were in a favorable position, leading 18-15 and at the Falcons' 10-yard line, but Barkley's drop on a third-and-three play halted their momentum and forced them to settle for a field goal. This misstep allowed Atlanta's Kirk Cousins to orchestrate a game-winning drive, culminating in a touchdown pass to Drake London. Despite Barkley's overall solid performance with 95 rushing yards, the dropped pass overshadowed his contributions. Head coach Nick Sirianni faced criticism for the decision to pass rather than run the ball, particularly given the Eagles' strong ground game. Jalen Hurts supported Barkley post-game, emphasizing trust in his teammate despite the costly error.