Ashton Jeanty, the standout running back from Boise State, expressed his belief that he deserved to win the Heisman Trophy, having prepared an acceptance speech he will never get to deliver. Despite a historic season where he outperformed numerous teams and garnered multiple awards, including the Maxwell Award and the Doak Walker Award, Jeanty finished as the runner-up to Travis Hunter in one of the closest Heisman races since 2009. Jeanty has received backing from notable figures such as Derrick Henry and has drawn comparisons to legendary players like Barry Sanders. As the Heisman ceremony unfolds, Jeanty reflects on his achievements and remains motivated to continue improving his game, while also enjoying a surreal experience in New York as a finalist.