Ashton Jeanty deciding not to participate in any drills at NFL Combine doesn’t sit well with fans – “Is he scared”

Ashton Jeanty’s decision to skip participating in the NFL Combine has resulted in a lot of criticism from the fans, questioning his ability.

Ashton Jeanty deciding not to participate in any drills at NFL Combine doesn’t sit well with fans – “Is he scared”

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Ashton Jeanty seems to be walking in the footsteps of Shedeur Sanders for the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine. Following the decision by the Colorado star quarterback, Boise State running back decided to skip on-field drills at the Combine and fans are not thrilled by the news. 

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that Jeanty will instead focus on medical evaluations and team interviews during the Combine, which is starting on Thursday in Indianapolis. Like Sanders, the running back has decided to showcase his skills in the on-field drills of Boise State Pro Day, whose date is yet to be announced. 

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Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty has elected to participate only in medical evaluations and team interviews at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, per his agent @henryorgann. He will take part in on-field drills during Boise State’s Pro Day.

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With a first-round draft projection, Jeanty is coming off one of the most productive seasons in the history of collegiate football and fortunately, he’s about to make his NFL debut after a season illustrated by the running backs. After recording 2,601 rushing yards and 29 rushing touchdowns while leading his team to 12-team College Football Playoffs, he earned a First-team All-American.

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Hunter is concluding his collegiate career with an impressive record, finishing with 4,769 yards and 59 touchdowns in 40 games. Heading for the 2025 NFL Draft, Jeanty is projected to be the 12th overall pick, likely to land in the Dallas Cowboys. 

Fan reaction to Ashton Jeanty skipping participating in drills at NFL Combine 

The strategy of skipping the NFL Scouting Combine is becoming increasingly common among top quarterbacks. However, Jeanty’s decision has ignited a firestorm of criticism from the fans, who are questioning his commitment and skills. Labeling him as a coward, fans are suggesting that the running back lacks commitment of proving himself against the best. 

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As one fan questioned, “Is he scared to compete next to his peers too?” while another joined in, writing, “What’s the point of even having the combine anymore.” Here are some of the fan reactions: 

Though fans are expressing skepticism, Jeanty is regarded as the best running back in the Class of 2025. He secured the runner-up position in the 2024 Heisman Trophy voting, narrowly trailing Colorado’s Travis Hunter with the smallest margin ever seen since 2009.