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Photo: Saquon Barkley Nike Ad Channels LeBron James' 'Witness' After Backwards Hurdle

After Philadelphia Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley created an iconic moment with his backward hurdle in Sunday's win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, Nike immortalized it in a new advertisement that pays homage to Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James' famed "Witness" ad:

Barkley happened to be wearing the Nike LeBron 4 when he pulled off the improbable leap over the Jaguars defender, which caught James' attention:

Barkley ran for 159 yards and a touchdown on 27 carries while also adding three receptions for 40 yards and a score to help lead the Eagles to a 28-23 win over the Jags, their fourth straight victory.