Ashton Jeanty dominates with 226 yards in Boise State victory

In Boise, Idaho, on November 29, 2024, Boise State University faced Oregon State University in a college football game. Boise State, ranked No. 11, emerged victorious with a score of 34-18. Ashton Jeanty showcased an impressive performance, rushing for a total of 226 yards and scoring a touchdown, contributing significantly to his team's success. Maddux Madsen also played a pivotal role, throwing for two touchdowns and adding a rushing touchdown of his own. Jeanty's performance brought him closer to breaking the single-season rushing record set by Barry Sanders in 1988, with 340 yards needed in the upcoming games to surpass this milestone. Boise State established control early in the game, taking a 14-0 lead in the first quarter. This was facilitated by a touchdown pass from Madsen to Austin Bolt and a rushing touchdown by Jeanty. Despite a strong start, Jeanty suffered a rare fumble during the match, which was only the second lost fumble of his career. Oregon State, fighting back, managed to narrow the gap to 27-18 in the fourth quarter, but could not stop the Broncos' determined offensive efforts. Oregon State's season ended with this game, finishing with a record of 5-7, and the team is now in a state of transition after losing a significant number of players to the transfer portal last year. The Beavers are left reflecting on a challenging season as they await changes in the Pac-12 conference structure in the coming years. Boise State, now with an impressive record of 11-1, is gearing up for the Mountain West Championship game, slated to take place the following week, with aspirations of securing a playoff bid. Boise State's head coach, Spencer Danielson, expressed pride in the team's accomplishments so far this season but emphasized the importance of continuing to strive for their remaining goals, particularly the pursuit of consecutive Mountain West championships. Madsen’s performance statistics showed he completed 17 out of 33 passes for 195 yards. Oregon State's Ben Gulbranson threw for 226 yards and a touchdown, while Hankerson led their rushing efforts with 110 yards. The outcome of this game not only has implications for the immediate playoff situation but also sets the stage for the future of both teams as they navigate the evolving landscape of college football.