Saquon Barkley, fresh off his Super Bowl win, is giving the New England Patriots serious praise after their joint practices, calling them a legitimate contender this season — a bold take from a guy who’s seen championship-level teams up close. He was impressed by how the Patriots’ defense held its own against a stacked Eagles offense. Sure, there were some heated moments — even a scuffle on special teams that the coach had to break up — and Barkley admits he’s not a fan of joint practices, saying egos and pushing can get in the way. But no one got hurt, and the Patriots got a real test against one of the league’s best. With a preseason showdown against the Eagles this Saturday and a Browns game next Thursday, the real season hasn’t even begun — but Barkley’s respect is a strong early sign they’re headed somewhere special.
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