NFL Reacts to Major Travis Hunter News on Thursday
It's been a remarkable six months for Travis Hunter, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. After wrapping up an incredible collegiate career with the Colorado Buffaloes, Hunter walked away with college football's highest individual honor — the Heisman Trophy.
In addition to the Heisman, Hunter also earned the Walter Camp Award and was named the Associated Press Player of the Year. His dynamic play on both sides of the ball made him one of the most electrifying players in the country.
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The Buffaloes finished the 2024 season with a 9-4 record, though their year ended on a disappointing note with a loss to Brigham Young University in the Alamo Bowl.
Hunter recently celebrated another significant milestone — graduating from the University of Colorado. The NFL acknowledged his achievement with a congratulatory message on social media:
".@TravisHunterJr is getting his college degree today"
This academic accomplishment adds to the list of accolades for the 21-year-old star. Hunter is set to report to Jacksonville on Friday to begin rookie minicamp with the Jaguars.
Former Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter.Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The Suwanee, Georgia, native played his high school football at Collins Hill High School before committing to Jackson State University to play for Deion Sanders. When Sanders took the head coaching job at Colorado, Hunter transferred with him.
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During his two seasons in Boulder, Hunter was a two-way sensation. Offensively, he hauled in 153 receptions — including 96 during his junior year — and scored 20 receiving touchdowns. He also added one rushing touchdown to his résumé.
Defensively, he played in 22 games, tallying 66 total tackles. Last season, he led the team with 11 pass deflections and recorded four interceptions, showcasing his elite skills as a cornerback.
While the full NFL schedule has yet to be released, the Jacksonville Jaguars are expected to open their 2025 campaign on Sunday, September 7. The team is coming off of 4-13 season and has made major changes, including the dismissal of head coach Doug Pederson.
Liam Coen, formerly the offensive coordinator at the University of Kentucky and with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, will begin his first season as Jacksonville's head coach. Hunter is expected to play a major role in turning the franchise around.
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