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In a recent interview on the podcast The Pivot, Colorado star Travis Hunter revisited what sparked his HBCU journey to Jackson State University. The Heisman Trophy finalist told the hosts of The Pivot that he initially didn’t want to go to Jackson State, but it was former head coach Deion Sanders who convinced him to […]

Colorado football wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter won a major award Thursday night. Amid a competitive Heisman Trophy race ending on Saturday, the two-way player’s recent honor is an excellent indication of his chances for college football’s most prestigious award. Hunter has taken the college football world by storm alongside Colorado head coach Deion Sanders and quarterback […]

Colorado football is lucky to have Travis Hunter in the program. The sensational wide receiver and cornerback is arguably the best player in college football. He has already won the Paul Hornung Award and has received an endorsement deal from Adidas. Now Hunter has won another major award as he continues to add to his […]

Just one day after becoming the first player to be named the Paul Hornung Award winner in back-to-back seasons, Heisman Trophy finalist Travis Hunter took the next step toward making his way to the National Football League. The Colorado two-way superstar has inked an endorsement deal with Adidas, becoming the first player in the 2025 […]

The Heisman Trophy is the most prestigious individual award in college sports. The best player in college football, regardless of position, has been given the award every year since 1935. Of course, over that time, some winners have had better seasons than others, but the 2024 crop of athletes will likely stand the test of […]

Recently, Colorado football star wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter was named as a finalist for this year’s Heisman Trophy award, alongside quarterback Cam Ward of Miami and running back Ashton Jeanty of Boise State. Hunter electrified fans all year with his prowess on both sides of the ball in 2024 and is widely expected to be […]

All four of the Heisman Trophy finalists are carrying a captivating narrative with them to New York City this weekend. They have undeniably made strong statistical cases for the coveted prize, but their engrossing journeys are what makes this possibly the most intriguing crop of contenders in years. Running back Ashton Jeanty has rushed for […]

While Notre Dame football head coach Marcus Freeman is preparing for their matchup against Indiana Football, he couldn’t help but give love to Colorado football star and Heisman finalist Travis Hunter. On the Outta Pocket Podcast, Freeman explained that his pick for the Heisman Trophy is rather simple. I’m going to start by saying I […]

Travis Hunter, Colorado’s standout football player, has added another layer to his growing reputation by starring in a promotional campaign for Kraven the Hunter, per On3. This collaboration draws a direct parallel between Hunter’s on-field prowess and the relentless determination of Kraven, the iconic Marvel character portrayed by Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Hunter’s season-ending performance set the […]

The college football season is nearing its end as conference championship weekend is over and we now know the College Football Playoff field. With that, it’s almost time to find out who will win the Heisman Trophy. The winner of the Heisman will be announced on December 14th, and we now know the finalists. It […]

Boise State football earned a Mountain West championship victory over UNLV on Friday, and head coach Spencer Danielson has further bought in to Ashton Jeanty’s Heisman sweepstakes. “He shows week in and week out he’s the best football player in the country, and I don’t think it’s even close,” Danielson said, per Stewart Mandel of […]

After the Boise State Broncos won their fifth Mountain West Championship on Friday night, defeating the UNLV Rebels by the final score of 21-7, head coach Spencer Danielson made a last minute plea to Heisman Trophy voters on behalf of his All-American running back Ashton Jeanty. “In regards to the Heisman, I ask all voters […]

Travis Hunter had some fun at the expense of Deion Sanders on the latest edition of The Travis Hunter Show. The Buffaloes had an amazing season, finishing 9-3 and clinching a bid in a bowl game. Colorado ultimately fell short of making the Big 12 championship in their first season back in the conference and, ultimately, […]

Colorado football star Travis Hunter found himself the center of unexpected social media speculation after a brief, tense moment with his fiancée, Leanna Lenee, following his team’s dominant victory over Oklahoma State. A short clip captured Lenee appearing upset while Hunter tried to console her, leading to rampant online theories about the couple’s relationship. Lenee, […]

Ahead of Monday Night Football between the Denver Broncos and Cleveland Browns, cornerback Pat Surtain II was seen rocking a “HE12SMAN” shirt, showing support to Colorado football’s Travis Hunter in his Heisman Trophy race. Patrick Surtain II reppin' a Travis Hunter Heisman t-shirt 👀#CLEvsDEN | 8:15 PM ET | ESPN 📺 pic.twitter.com/mvbDtGB10F — SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) […]

On Sept. 16, during the 2023 NCAA football season, the entire nation stayed up late to watch the Rocky Mountain Showdown, and the game between Colorado and Colorado State did not disappoint. Normally, a rivalry that matters most in just the state of Colorado, the presence of head coach Deion Sanders and the emergence of […]

Perhaps the potential finality of the moment was hitting close to home for Colorado football star Travis Hunter and longtime girlfriend and fiance Leanna Lenee. The Buffaloes handily took care of business, 52-0, against the Oklahoma State Cowboys in what might end up being Hunter’s last home game at Folsom Field. After visiting with fans, […]

In Colorado football’s regular-season finale, the Buffaloes steamrolled the Oklahoma State Cowboys 52-0. In what could only be described as putting an exclamation point on Travis Hunter’s collegiate career, the two-way superstar finished the contest with 10 catches for 116 yards and three touchdowns. On defense, he added an interception, one tackle, and two passes […]

Shedeur Sanders and Colorado football defeated Oklahoma State in convincing fashion to say the least on Friday, earning a 52-0 victory. LaJohntay Wester and Travis Hunter both had big games, combining for five touchdown receptions. Shedeur Sanders enjoyed a huge game as well, throwing for five touchdowns and 438 yards on 34-41 passing. Sanders made […]

Colorado football quarterback Shedeur Sanders gave a parting message to fans after his last game at Folsom Field. The Buffaloes blew out the spread against Oklahoma State en route to a dominant 52-0 win. Shedeur, Travis Hunter Jr, and Shilo Sanders all joined in on the fun as Deion Sanders’ program capped off one of […]

After a dominant win for the Colorado football program, Heisman Trophy frontrunner and college football icon Travis Hunter had a strong message to all of his haters. As a player who holds utmost confidence in his abilities, both on offense and defense, Hunter made sure the haters heard his message loud and clear. ‘They say […]

Travis Hunter managed to strengthen what appears to be an ironclad grip on the 2024 Heisman Trophy in Colorado’s final game of the regular season, torching Oklahoma State for 116 yards and three touchdowns while also securing an interception. Hunter’s two-way excellence is not the only thing that has people talking after the staggering 52-0 […]

In an absolute rout over Oklahoma State, the Colorado football program and Travis Hunter continue their historic season. While their pathway to the Big 12 championship became harder following a loss to Kansas, Hunter remains one of the best players in the country after making history that hasn’t been seen in two decades. Hunter became […]

The Colorado Buffaloes are one of four teams still in the hunt for a berth into the Big 12 Championship Game, and while Coach Prime’s squad needs a win AND some help to punch their ticket to Arlington, Texas, the many NFL scouts and executives in attendance for Colorado’s regular season finale against Oklahoma State […]

The top two Heisman Trophy contenders are both competing and thriving on Friday afternoon, but Colorado football two-way star Travis Hunter is making sure he maintains his lead in this prestigious race. While it might be Senior Day in Boulder, the junior wide receiver and cornerback is leaving one last imprint on Folsom Field. He […]

It was a disappointing loss for the Colorado football team as they fell to an unranked Kansas Jayhawks last Saturday, 37-21, as they were ranked No. 16 in the country at the time. While Colorado football head coach Deion Sanders has made promises after the defeat, sports analyst Stephen A. Smith gave his opinion on […]

Colorado football’s Shedeur Sanders gave a shoutout to Travis Hunter Jr ahead of the Buffaloes’ regular-season finale against Oklahoma State. Deion Sanders has had a sensational second year in Boulder, putting Colorado football back on the national stage. At 8-3 overall and 6-2 in Big 12, the Buffaloes will need a lot of help to […]

The Colorado football program took a tough 37-21 loss to the Kansas Jayhawks on Nov. 23. However, they still have one more regular season game to end their 2024 campaign on a high note. Moreover, the Buffaloes could be playing in a postseason bowl game, and Deion Sanders revealed insight that points to Shedeur Sanders […]

As the 2024 college football season wraps up, finalists for the year-end awards are beginning to officially get released. As one of the most dynamic and popular players of the year, Colorado star Travis Hunter is up for several awards but was not named a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, given to the nation’s […]

Just when it seemed like Deion Sanders and Colorado football had finally put it all together, they ran into the buzzsaw known as Kansas. In fact, the Buffaloes (8-3, 6-2 Big 12) might want to avoid the state of Kansas altogether for a while. Before Saturday, Colorado’s last loss had come against Kansas State. Since […]

Despite a tough 37-21 loss to Kansas that likely ended Colorado’s hopes of a College Football Playoff berth, two-way superstar Travis Hunter provided a bright moment off the field, capturing hearts with a genuine display of sportsmanship and character. Following the Buffaloes’ defeat at Arrowhead Stadium, a video posted by Fox College Football on X […]

The No. 16-ranked Colorado football engaged in an intense Big 12 matchup against the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday. Kansas did not make things easy for the Buffaloes, as Colorado trailed 37-21 with five minutes left in the fourth quarter. However, Travis Hunter’s two-way performance before that point made college football history. With just under four […]

Another monster performance is in the books for Colorado football’s Travis Hunter and the two-way star’s pursuit of the Heisman Memorial Trophy this season. During the Buffaloes’ matchup against the Kansas Jayhawks, Hunter hit the Heisman pose after scoring a 26-yard touchdown on a pass from Shedeur Sanders. Shedeur Sanders connects with Travis Hunter for […]

In all of sports, you need to prove yourself for a while at the professional level before you are solidified as a star and looked at as a great. For example, Tom Brady didn’t walk into the NFL as the biggest thing in the league; it took him years to establish himself as the face […]

Seemingly every day, a different piece of news comes out of the Colorado football program about Travis Hunter. On Thursday, Hunter made yet another strong statement as he and quarterback Shedeur Sanders joined a set of Zoom calls on Thursday to discuss the current program’s standings, chasing a Big 12 title, and what’s next for […]

When dissecting the 2024 Heisman Trophy race, there aren’t many players who seem more deserving than Colorado football’s very own, Travis Hunter. And when Colorado football quarterback Shedeur Sanders— son of NFL legend Deion Sanders— was asked about the possibility of said race coming down to him and Hunter, Sanders didn’t hold back on who […]

As the Colorado Buffaloes close in on an unexpected run to a Big 12 title, their junior superstar Travis Hunter is inching closer to a well-deserved Heisman Trophy. Although Hunter hasn’t put up the biggest numbers we’ve seen from a Heisman candidate receiver, nor have defensive players ever been seriously considered for this award, the […]

Right now, via a series of tie-breakers with a logjam of six other teams that have eight losses, the Cleveland Browns currently own the 2nd pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. In Matt Miller’s latest mock draft on ESPN.com, he projects a trade between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the New York Giants that would allow […]

Forget Hollywood, the sports world seems to be the new home of nepotism — where fans increasingly want to bestow greatness on anyone who shares DNA or any family tree branches with another superstar athlete. Travis Hunter’s little brother Trayvis Hunter is the latest example of this, as the 5’6″ 15-year-old is currently having a […]