There's no debate on the greatest No. 31 in the 86-year history of the Philadelphia Eagles, especially since Wilbert Montgomery is one of the greatest running backs the franchise has ever seen.
8. Wilbert Montgomery, running back Eagles Hall of Famer Wilbert Montgomery played eight seasons in Philly, appearing in the 1980 Super Bowl, where he led the team in both receiving and rushing yards.
In 1979, Wilbert Montgomery had 379 touches, 3rd-most in the NFL. He rushed for over 1,500 yards and led the NFL with 2,006 scrimmage yards. By the time the playoffs came around? He averaged 3.1 ...
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For the run-loving Eagles, the NFC Championship Game turning point came through the airRemember Wilbert Montgomery’s legendary touchdown at the start of the 1980 NFC title game against the Cowboys? Same vibes. Barkley with three total touchdowns. Jalen Hurts with three on the ...
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Saquon Barkley Tracker: Eagles running back could set different single-season rushing markHe also broke Wilbert Montgomery's record for most 100-yard games in a season, finishing with 11. Barkley crossed the 2,000 total-yard mark, finishing with 2,283. He's the fourth Eagle to cross ...
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Ten Saquon Barkley stats that will blow your mindWilbert Montgomery had 633 in five games late in the 1979 season. Barkley reached 1,000 rushing yards faster than anybody in Eagles history. Barkley went over 1,000 yards on his fifth carry ...
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