A Dallas Cowboys legend believes the team "is not ready" and should pass on drafting star running back Ashton Jeanty in the 2025 NFL Draft.

The running game is back in the NFL. In 2024, teams averaged 119.8 rushing yards per game, the second-highest figure in the last 20 years, only behind the 2022 season's average of 121.6 yards per game.

Boise State's Ashton Jeanty continues to be the most sought-after running back in the 2025 NFL Draft class and the most exciting prospect in the class from a Gr

Nov 23, 2024; Laramie, Wyoming, USA; Boise State Broncos running back and Heisman Trophy candidate Ashton Jeanty (2) runs for a touchdown against the Wyoming Cowboys during the first quarter at Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Babbitt-Imagn Images

The 26-year-old running back, who Bears GM Ryan Poles signed to a three-year, $24 million contract last off-season, had a blah first year in Chicago, racking up just 959 yards on the ground, with career-lows in success rate (43.8%) and yards per rush (3.8).

NFL campaign comes to an end, draft season is upon us. With that in mind, Bucky Brooks explores five burning questions looming around this prospect crop. Who is the QB3 in this class? Which position should Travis Hunter play?

The Bears could have had Saquon Barkley and can probably select Ashton Jeanty this draft but former Chicago running back Matt Forte has his own ideas on this.