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Chip Kelly Convinced Ashton Jeanty to Switch Pre-Snap Stance With One Simple Question

Ashton Jeanty (2) against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Chip Kelly didn't take his time trying to convince rookie running back Ashton Jeanty to switch up his iconic pre-snap stance. According to Jeanty, Kelly approached him the first day of rookie mini-camp and used his experience playing basketball to explain why he needed to bend a body part or two the way that every other back does.

Jeanty told Kay Adams about the interaction that changed his pre-snap posture, but also said he hoped to bring back his classic look once he's earned the right to push back.

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