Saquon Barkley Costume
Run, hurdle, and score in style as the Eagles star running back.
Dressing up as NFL superstar running back Saquon Barkley is a massive hit for football fans, especially after his viral, gravity-defying backwards hurdles. This look features his signature midnight green Philadelphia Eagles jersey, football pants, and classic athletic accessories. It is a comfortable, sporty costume perfect for game days, Halloween, or sports-themed parties.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $45–150
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What you need for a Saquon Barkley costume
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Eagles Jersey
A midnight green Philadelphia Eagles jersey featuring the white number 26 on the front and back, with 'BARKLEY' printed across the shoulders.
DIY: Use a plain green t-shirt and apply white iron-on numbers (26) to the front and back, adding 'BARKLEY' across the shoulders with fabric paint.
Football Pants
White or grey athletic pants with green and black side stripes, or simple white padded football pants.
DIY: Use plain white sweatpants or leggings and add green fabric tape down the outer sides.
Football Helmet
A green football helmet featuring Philadelphia Eagles wing decals, or a green team cap for comfort.
DIY: Apply printed Eagles wing decals to a plain green toy helmet.
Arm Sleeves
White or black compression arm sleeves worn on both forearms.
Eye Black
Black face paint strips or grease smudge applied just below the eyes.
DIY: Use black Halloween face paint or a smudge of dark eyeliner.
Football Prop
A standard brown leather or composite football to carry under your arm.
Cleats
Black and white athletic cleats or comfortable athletic sneakers.
DIY: Wear any black or white athletic sneakers you already own.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the midnight green number 26 Eagles jersey over a t-shirt or lightweight shoulder pads.
- 2
Pull on the white football pants and secure them with an athletic belt.
- 3
Slide on the white compression arm sleeves on both forearms.
- 4
Apply two thick swipes of black eye black grease or adhesive strips under each eye.
- 5
Lace up your black and white cleats or athletic sneakers.
- 6
Put on the Eagles helmet or a green team cap, and tuck a white sports towel into your waistband.
- 7
Carry a football under your arm, ready to recreate Barkley's famous hurdle.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair cropped in a clean fade or short buzz cut, paired with a neatly trimmed short beard or goatee. Apply black eye black strips or grease directly onto the cheekbones below the eyes.
Saquon Barkley for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with another fan dressed as Jalen Hurts or a Philadelphia Eagles cheerleader.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as the entire Eagles offense, or recreate the viral hurdle with one person as Saquon and another as a defender.
- kids
- Use a youth-sized replica jersey, comfortable white sweatpants, and a plastic toy helmet for safety.
- Plus size
- Opt for a loose-fitting, breathable replica jersey in a larger size paired with comfortable stretch-fit white athletic pants.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a miniature green dog jersey with the number 26.
Tips
- If you don't want to wear a heavy helmet all night, swap it for a midnight green Eagles snapback cap.
- Tuck a small white hand towel into the front of your pants waistband to look like an authentic on-field player.
- Wear comfortable sneakers instead of real metal cleats if you plan to walk around on hard indoor floors.
- Practice your best running back stance or a safe version of the hurdle pose for photos.
Saquon Barkley costume FAQ
- What number does Saquon Barkley wear for the Eagles?
- Saquon Barkley wears the number 26 for the Philadelphia Eagles.
- How can I make a DIY Saquon Barkley jersey?
- You can use a plain green t-shirt and apply white iron-on numbers (26) to the front and back, adding 'BARKLEY' across the shoulders with fabric paint or iron-on letters.
- What accessories does Saquon Barkley wear on the field?
- He typically wears white or black compression arm sleeves, white athletic tape, eye black under his eyes, and sometimes a dark visor on his helmet.
Did you know? Saquon Barkley's mind-boggling backwards hurdle over a defender during the 2024 season became an instant viral sensation, inspiring fans to recreate the gravity-defying move as creative Halloween costumes.