If the Heisman trophy were given to any position other than quarterback, the common thought would be that two-way star Travis Hunter would be the clear favorite. However, Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty is giving him a run for his money.
Boise State pummeled the Washington Cougars on Saturday night, handing them their first loss of the season, and are now 3-1. That win would not have been possible without Jeanty putting the team on his back.
Jeanty finished the game with 259 rushing yards, four touchdowns, and averaged 10 yards a rush. One of his most impressive runs of the day was a 59-yard touchdown that likely should have been stopped at the line of scrimmage.
The game put everyone on notice, with many now convinced Jeanty should be a Heisman favorite.
“Ashton Jeanty is the best running back in the country, and it’s not close. He’s firmly in the Heisman conversation,” said one comment.
