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Raiders Draft Boise State Running Back Ashton Jeanty at No. 6

The Las Vegas Raiders select Heisman runner-up Ashton Jeanty, aligning him with their run-focused offense under Pete Carroll and Chip Kelly.

Dec 31, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty (2) reacts after the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Ashton Jeanty wore crocs to the NFL Draft on Thursday
Running back Ashton Jeanty of Boise State poses for a portrait during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center on February 27, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Overview

  • Ashton Jeanty, Boise State’s star running back, was selected sixth overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Jeanty’s 2024 college season included 2,601 rushing yards, 29 touchdowns, and a Heisman Trophy runner-up finish, solidifying his status as a top prospect.
  • The Raiders plan to utilize Jeanty in their anticipated run-heavy offensive scheme under head coach Pete Carroll and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly.
  • The Chicago Bears were rumored to have explored trade options to draft Jeanty, but Las Vegas ultimately secured the standout player.
  • Jeanty’s rise from a Group of Five program to a top-10 NFL draft pick highlights his exceptional talent and potential impact at the professional level.