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Ashton Jeanty Positioned as Likely Top-10 Pick in 2025 NFL Draft

The Boise State star running back bolsters his case with record-breaking production, self-comparisons to Saquon Barkley, and strong pre-draft evaluations linking him to the Raiders at No. 6.

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Overview

  • Ashton Jeanty, the consensus top running back prospect, is widely projected to be a top-10 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, with the Raiders favored to select him at No. 6.
  • Jeanty rushed for 2,601 yards and 29 touchdowns in 2024, narrowly missing Barry Sanders’ single-season rushing record by 28 yards.
  • In a Players’ Tribune letter, Jeanty compared himself to Saquon Barkley, declaring his intent to make a Super Bowl-level impact in the NFL.
  • He has met with several NFL teams, including the Bears, Raiders, and Cowboys, and expressed confidence in his ability to transform an offense with his versatility and playmaking skills.
  • Despite the declining value of the running back position in recent drafts, Jeanty’s unique talent and historic production are seen as exceptions to the trend.