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SALT LAKE CITY – After following head coach Bronco Mendenhall from New Mexico to Utah State, running back Javen Jacobs will have the chance to shine in 2025.

Jacobs is the next Utah State player on the 2025 KSL Sports Zone Hans & Scotty G. 60 in 60 watchlist.

“Javen Jacobs came with me from the University of New Mexico,” Mendenhall began. “Javen’s good from the backfield at running back. He’s also good in the slot. He returns kicks. Very versatile.”

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Jacobs is healthy after an injury suffered against Utah State last season limited him to seven games in 2024.

“He’s done a nice job culturally, work ethic-wise, and setting a really good example for everyone else in our program.” Mendenhall continued

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