Bringing you news and notes from the previous college football week standout performers

Established in 1937, the Maxwell Award is one of the most prestigious honors in college football. It is presented annually to the most outstanding player in the sport, recognizing excellence on the field and exceptional contributions to the game. The award is named in honor of Robert "Tiny" Maxwell, a distinguished sportswriter and influential figure in college football

photo from bronco sports.com

Maxwell Football Club announced Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty the 88th Maxwell Award for the Collegiate Player of the Year.

Jeanty has 2,497 rushing yards this season, the fourth-highest single-season total in FBS history. This is more than the rushing yards total of 115 FBS teams. He has 29 rushing touchdowns, equaling or besting the total of 118 FBS teams. He carried the ball a nation-high 344 times, averaging 7.3 yards per carry, most among players with 160+ rushing attempts. The Lone Star H.S. product also leads the nation in all-purpose yards (2,613), total touchdowns (30) and points (180). His Pro Football Focus rushing grade is 97.5, the highest single-season mark during the College Football Playoff era (since 2014).

Jeanty is the third non-quarterback to win the Maxwell in the last 10 years joining DeVonta Smith (WR-Alabama) in 2020 and Derrick Henry (RB- Alabama) in 2015.