The Kansas City Chiefs don’t need to draft a running back in 2025, but they should look into some of the position’s top players in the upcoming class. Isiah Pacheco’s recent injury and free agency following the 2025 season make selecting an heir to his role with the team a legitimate possibility.
Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty is a candidate for the top running back spot in the 2025 NFL draft. He positioned himself for a Heisman Trophy campaign by rushing for 459 yards and nine touchdowns on just 45 carries in Boise State’s first two games.
Those performances included a six-touchdown game against Georgia Southern and an iconic effort in Boise State’s last-second 37-34 loss to Oregon.
#RB1 Ashton Jeanty currently leads the FBS in…
Rushing yards: 459
Rushing TDs: 9
Forced missed tackles: 22 pic.twitter.com/uRJyGNMhmG— Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler) September 9, 2024
Jeanty is small, but his compact build gives him excellent contact balance. Most players his size struggle to create between the offensive tackles. Jeanty isn’t a superstar on inside runs, but his vision and play strength help him find gaps and generate explosive plays. His loose frame helps him create in small spaces and make defenders miss with twitch and jukes.
Jeanty’s burst carries him to the defense’s third level, and his top speed erases pursuit angles. This makes him a home run threat on outside zone plays.
Additionally, Jeanty played some wide receiver in high school and is a proven pass catching threat. He even identifies and blocks blitzes in pass protection. These traits make him an excellent weapon on the field for third downs.
Boise State plays its next game on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 9:45 p.m. against Portland State.
