The NFL’s Michael Myers… 😭🏈

Ashton Jeanty has one of the most recognizable stances in football, and the internet turned it into the perfect comparison. While starring at Boise State, Jeanty became known for standing almost completely upright and relaxed in the backfield before the snap, leading fans on TikTok, YouTube and social media to compare his signature stance to Michael Myers from the Halloween movies. Jeanty embraced the viral comparison, but there is actually a reason behind the stance: he has explained that standing upright feels comfortable and relaxed while allowing him to read the defense before the play. The unique look became part of Jeanty’s identity during his historic Boise State career, where the superstar running back rushed for 2,601 yards and 29 touchdowns during the 2024 season, finished runner-up for the Heisman Trophy, helped lead Boise State to the College Football Playoff and established himself as one of the biggest stars in college football. Jeanty was selected No. 6 overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2025 NFL Draft and carried his explosive rushing ability, elite contact balance, power, vision and receiving ability into the NFL. Now entering the next chapter of his Raiders career, the former Boise State Broncos star remains one of football’s most recognizable young running backs, and his viral Michael Myers stance has become an unforgettable part of the Ashton Jeanty story. From Boise State highlights and the Heisman race to the NFL Draft, Las Vegas Raiders, NFL highlights, fantasy football, running back highlights and viral football edits, Jeanty’s signature stance is proof that sometimes the smallest details can become part of a player’s legacy.
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Song: John Carpenter, Cody Carpenter, and Daniel Davies - Halloween (2018) Theme
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