In a thrilling showdown at the Fiesta Bowl, the Boise State Broncos faced off against the Penn State Nittany Lions, making headlines with an extraordinary performance by running back Ashton Jeanty. Jeanty carried the ball 35 times, amassing an astounding 292 rushing yards, breaking the previous record set by Barry Sanders for the most rushing yards in a bowl game. Jeanty’s impressive display not only led Boise State to a close game, ending at 45-39 in favor of Penn State, but also solidified his place in college football history. Jeanty said after the game, ‘This was a team win. I couldn’t have done this without my offensive line and the support from my coaches. It’s surreal to break a record held by someone as legendary as Barry Sanders.’ The game was filled with offensive fireworks and showcased the resilience of both teams as they vied for a spot in the College Football Playoff. Despite the loss, Boise State’s determination and Jeanty’s breakout performance were the highlights of the day.
Ashton Jeanty Shatters Rushing Record in Historic Fiesta Bowl Finish for Boise State Against Penn State
