Jeanty falls short of record as dream season gets stuffed by Penn State defense in CFP loss
Associated PressGLENDALE, Ariz. — Ashton Jeanty took the handoff on Boise State’s first play and made it just a few steps before being greeted by a wall of dark blue Penn State jerseys that swallowed him up and shoved him backward for no gain. “But it’s hard when you’re digging yourself out of a two-score.” Jeanty finished with 2,601 yards rushing this season, falling just short of the Football Bowl Subdivision record. Penn State coach James Franklin said he had a “highly motivated group” that wanted to keep Jeanty from setting the single-season record. “They executed and tackled.” Jeanty finally broke free for a 26-yard gain early in the fourth with the Broncos trailing 24-14, slicing through Penn State’s defense to kickstart a promising drive. “That’s why we weren’t able to get the job done.” Even with the sour ending, Jeanty’s season was one of the best ever for a college running back.
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