“Everything he had, I want”, Sire Gaines ready to fill Ashton Jeanty’s shoes
With Ashton Jeanty now in the NFL after a historic 2024 season (2,601 rushing yards, 29 touchdowns, Heisman runner-up), Boise State looks to young star Sire Gaines to carry the torch. Fully healthy after ankle surgery and a soft-tissue injury, Gaines is now back in full pads and ready to emerge as the team's featured back for the 2025 season.Arch Manning and Longhorns look scary in offenseGaines already embracing Jeanty's legacyGaines didn't shy away from the daunting task of replacing Jeanty, he welcomed it. "Everything that he had, I want", he said, adding that he embraces the pressure so long as he can do his best for the team.Gaines' confidence is rooted in Jeanty's approach off the field. He learned the importance of body care and recovery. Jeanty was often the first athlete in the training room following injuries, which […]