Saquon Barkley is arguably the brightest star of the Philadelphia Eagles' latest Super Bowl appearance. And yet the big-time running back almost didn't play for the Eagles at all. Asked about his exit from the New York Giants during Monday's Opening Night at the Caesars Superdome,

Letting pressure get to Jalen Hurts and falling victim to the Chiefs’ vortex of late-game magic would lead to more Philly heartbreak.

The wild week kicked off at the Superdome on Monday night with the annual extravaganza that could overwhelm teams that aren't used to the circus atmosphere.