Travis Hunter’s contribution to the Colorado football program has been crucial. The two-way star has been one of the most important players on the Buffaloes team since he arrived in Boulder in 2023. His good work this season has earned him the Heisman Trophy.
However, Travis Hunter’s efforts to ensure the team’s success go far beyond the field. The standout player also contributes financially to the program.
In his recent appearance on the “Zero 2 Sixty” podcast, Deion Sanders Jr. revealed that Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter does not accept money from the Colorado collective. Instead, Hunter donates his NIL earnings to support other players on the team.
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“Did you know that he does not receive NIL (money) from the collective?” Sanders said of Hunter. “He is one of the biggest donors in the collective, which means he is paying NIL to many others in this team… He is paying at least 10 or 15 NIL in the team. “He is donating his own money.”
Although exact numbers are yet to be confirmed, Hunter’s decision to financially support his teammates is nothing short of extraordinary. This act highlights his unwavering altruism and deep commitment to fostering unity and growth within his team.
One last dance for Travis Hunter in Colorado
After winning the Heisman Trophy, Travis Hunter hopes to end his college football career on a high note. The two-way standout has expressed his desire to play in the Alamo Bowl against BYU before declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft.
“It’s definitely important, because I started this with Coach Prime and Shedeur, and most of the coaches on the coaching staff, so I wanted to finish it off well,” Hunter said.
“I didn’t give them a full season my freshman year, so I’m going to move on and finish this off well. It’s going to be our last game together, so I’m going to go out and dominate, and show the loyalty I have to them.
Hunter’s decision reflects his commitment to his team and his determination to leave a lasting legacy on the field. At a time when opting out of bowl games has become a tradition for potential top draft picks, the game’s best player is displaying a selfless act.
Fresh off winning the prestigious Heisman Trophy, Travis Hunter is set to suit up for Colorado in its Alamo Bowl clash against BYU on December 28.
Edited by Neha