Nuances of Heisman front-runner Ashton Jeanty's game broken by NFL draft scout as battle with Travis Hunter intensifies

With two weeks remaining in the regular season, the race for the Heisman Trophy continues to heat up. Two players have remained near the top of the race throughout the season: Boise State's Ashton Jeanty and Colorado's Travis Hunter.

While both players are posting historic Heisman campaigns, they are doing so in drastically different ways. On one hand, Travis Hunter is making his mark on both sides of the ball as one of the top receivers and cornerbacks in the country.

On the other hand, Ashton Jeanty is spearheading an explosive Boise State offense and is in the midst of the best season from a running back in the College Football Playoff era. On Monday afternoon, NFL draft scout Daniel Harms of The Draft Network broke down Jeanty's film from his historic season.

In his film breakdown, Harms detailed Jeanty's quick acceleration, along with his impressive footwork, which allows him to make fast cuts to get by defenders. Harms also discussed Jeanty's frame and how he utilizes his strength to break tackles in tight gaps and rush for additional yards after contact.

In his breakdown, Harms said:

"Having the unique ability to move the way he does in short areas is very impressive."

Through 10 games, Jeanty has carried the ball 256 times for 1,893 yards and 26 touchdowns. Entering Week 13, Jeanty is second in Heisman Trophy odds (+380) behind Travis Hunter (-370).

Ashton Jeanty's Broncos move up in Week 13 CFP Rankings

After advancing to 9-1 with a 42-21 win over San Jose State, the Boise State Broncos moved up to No. 12 in the Week 13 College Football Playoff rankings. The No. 12 spot would give the Broncos the last spot in the College Football Playoff, one spot ahead of SMU, who would be the first team out.

Against San Jose State, Jeanty added to his historic rushing campaign, notching 32 carries for 159 yards and three touchdowns. Jeanty is leading the nation's third-best rushing attack, averaging 258.7 yards per game as a unit.

Entering Boise State's Week 13 matchup versus Wyoming, Jeanty is responsible for 73% of the Broncos' rushing yards and could help his team to its first College Football Playoff appearance.

With at least three games remaining and a playoff game likely to follow, Jeanty could also break Barry Sanders' single-season rushing record (2,628 yards).