Watch: Saquon Barkley scores ‘Space Jam’ touchdown
Saquon Barkley showed off his incredible aerial skills with a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.
Barkley dived into the end zone for a 2-yard rushing touchdown to give the Giants a 32-28 lead over the Cowboys late in the fourth quarter. The rookie just took off like he was attempting a dunk from the free throw line:
No words @saquon#GiantsPride pic.twitter.com/hUbPTI2F1a
— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) December 30, 2018
I believe I can fly, I believe I can touch the sky pic.twitter.com/2QvyRezy2D
— Isaac (@WorldofIsaac) December 30, 2018
The touchdown reminded many of “Space Jam” for obvious reasons.
The resemblance is uncanny pic.twitter.com/aSWOzl9Plp
— CBS Sports (@CBSSports) December 30, 2018
Not sure if Saquon Barkley or Jordan from Space Jam… pic.twitter.com/a1vkco20WV
— NFL MEMES (@NFLMemes4You) December 30, 2018
Knew that Saquon play looked familiar pic.twitter.com/nuPm5KeNDo
— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) December 30, 2018
The touchdown marked Barkley’s 11th rushing score of the season and was one of his most enjoyable to watch.