Is Ashton Jeanty playing today? Boise State RB's availability for Week 14 examined

Ashton Jeanty's injury scare against Wyoming in Week 13 was a nightmare for the fans of the No. 11 Boise State Broncos (10-1, 7-0, Mountain West). The Broncos faithful are wondering whether they can breathe a sigh of relief regarding the star running back ahead of their Week 14 matchup.

Is Ashton Jeanty playing today?

Jeanty is expected to feature in Friday's critical matchup against Oregon State (5-6, Pac-12). He suffered a left leg injury during the third quarter of last week’s 17-13 victory over Wyoming.

The injury seemed serious initially, but Jeanty appears to have avoided serious damage, as he is not listed on the Broncos' injury report. He’ll most likely be dazzling the gridiron against Oregon State.

The Heisman Trophy contender has been a standout this season. He has surpassed the 2,000-yard rushing milestone—a rare feat accomplished by only five college running backs in the past decade.

Jeanty also joined elite company, including NFL stars like Jonathan Taylor and J.K. Dobbins, when he crossed the 2,000-yard mark with a 5-yard carry in the Wyoming game.

Boise State will need Jeanty’s skills and form against the Beavers in a must-win showdown to make its best case for a College Football Playoff spot. Losing Jeanty due to last week’s injury would have been a massive blow for Boise State coach Spencer Danielson.

Ashton Jeanty's performance against Oregon State can decide Heisman fate

If Jeanty is his usual self against the Beavers, his claim to the 2024 Heisman Trophy will be all but a formality. Of course, there’s the case of Colorado sensation Travis Hunter and Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel lurking just behind him.

The Boise State RB has already etched his name in NCAA history with 2,062 rushing yards and 27 touchdowns this season. He’ll be up against a struggling Oregon State defense ranked 103rd in the FBS, giving the 20-year-old Florida native the perfect setup to deliver a game-changing performance.

The Beavers are fighting for bowl-eligibility at 5-6 and have been unable to contain runners all season. Ashton Jeanty has a golden opportunity to dominate on a nationally televised stage and outshine fellow Heisman contenders.

His ability to break tackles and create explosive plays has made him one of the most talked-about players, not just in college football but also in the NFL. Heisman voters are paying close attention, and this game offers him a chance to bolster his resume in a way few others can.