Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty makes decision on NFL Draft after historic season
Ashton Jeanty, the star running back from Boise State University, has made the decision to declare for the NFL Draft after an exceptional season that saw his draft stock soar to new heights. Jeanty, who fell just shy of breaking the all-time college football rushing record, announced his intentions to take his talents to the professional level in a social media post.
During his sophomore season in 2023, Jeanty rushed for an impressive 1,347 yards. However, this past season, he nearly doubled that feat by amassing a staggering 2,601 yards on the ground. While he came just 28 yards short of surpassing Barry Sanders for the most rushing yards in a single college season, Jeanty’s remarkable performance still earned him the second spot on the all-time list. He surpassed notable names like Melvin Gordon and Kevin Smith during a standout College Football Playoff game against a formidable Penn State defense.
Jeanty’s stellar play not only led Boise State to a Mountain West title but also secured them a spot in the CFP quarterfinals. Despite a relatively quiet performance in the quarterfinal matchup where he ran for just 104 yards, Jeanty had previously rushed for over 125 yards in each of his previous 13 games of the season. His consistency and dominance on the field have positioned him as a top prospect in the upcoming NFL Draft.
With the running back position experiencing a resurgence in value during the 2024 season, Jeanty is expected to be a coveted first-round pick. While it is uncommon for running backs to be selected in the first round, the trend seems to be shifting in favor of elite talents like Jeanty. Many mock drafts project him to be picked in the early teens due to his exceptional skill set and undeniable impact on the game.
Despite finishing as the runner-up in the Heisman Trophy voting, Jeanty’s future in professional football looks incredibly bright. His decision to enter the NFL Draft marks the culmination of years of hard work and dedication to his craft. Fans and scouts alike will be eagerly awaiting to see where Jeanty lands in the draft and how he will continue to leave his mark on the game at the next level.
