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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jaguars make announcement about Travis Hunter ahead of rookie minicamp
The Jacksonville Jaguars got a steal when they traded up to get Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter. He became the highest drafted cornerback and second-highest drafted wide receiver in NFL history Hunter arrived in Duval on Friday for rookie minicamp, which was 24 hours after participating in the commencement ceremony in Boulder. Advertisement There was more news coming from the Jaguars on Friday. Hunter will retain his college number and wear No. 12 starting this year. With the details set in stone, 'Saucy-T's jersey will likely be an NFL top-seller, like his CU teammate Shedeur Sanders, who ironically took the same number from the Cleveland Browns Hunter has worn No. 12 nearly his entire life. He carried it from Jackson State to Colorado and now in the NFL. There's a little luck for the Heisman Trophy winner who will look to make his number famous at the next level. Related: Browns make final training camp decision on Shedeur Sanders Now, Hunter joins a Jaguars franchise looking to make strides towards being an AFC contender. He's expected to be a rare asset on both sides of the ball. Jacksonville was one of the only NFL teams who expressed willingness to have Hunter at wide receiver and cornerback. Advertisement Related: Travis Hunter's graduation attire is turning heads on social media Hunter became the most decorated player in college football history last year being named the consensus national player of the year by winning the Heisman Trophy, Walter Camp Award and both the AP and Sporting News Player of the Year honors. He was also repeated as the Paul Hornung Award (most versatile player) while winning the Bednarik Award and Lott IMPACT Trophy as national defensive player of the year and the Biletnikoff Award as the best receiver regardless of position.
Express Tribune
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Travis Hunter receives custom Rolex from fiancée Leanna Lenee ahead of 2025 NFL Draft
Travis Hunter, one of the most anticipated picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, received a heartfelt surprise from his fiancée, Leanna Lenee, just hours before the event. As the former Colorado standout prepares to hear his name called at Lambeau Field on Thursday night, Lenee gifted him a custom Rolex in celebration of his achievements and future. A video capturing the emotional moment went viral on social media, showing Hunter's visible surprise and gratitude. The gift served as a tribute to a college career filled with historic milestones, and it comes ahead of one of the most pivotal nights in the athlete's life. Hunter is projected to be selected within the top three picks of this year's draft. Hunter capped off the 2024 season with one of the most decorated careers in college football history. He secured the Heisman Trophy along with the Walter Camp Award, AP and Sporting News Player of the Year honors. He also made history as a rare two-way player, excelling on both sides of the ball. Among his accolades, Hunter repeated as the Paul Hornung Award recipient and claimed the Bednarik Award and Lott IMPACT Trophy as the nation's top defensive player. He also won the Biletnikoff Award, recognizing him as the best receiver in the country. The 2025 NFL Draft is being held in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with coverage beginning at 8 p.m. ET on NFL Network. As he steps onto the NFL Draft stage, Hunter will not only carry the weight of high expectations but also the support of his soon-to-be wife — and a new Rolex on his wrist.
USA Today
15-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Colorado Buffaloes retiring two uniform numbers at this weekend's spring game
Colorado Buffaloes retiring two uniform numbers at this weekend's spring game Colorado football will make history at this weekend's spring game. The athletic department announced it will retire Shedeur Sanders' and Travis Hunter's uniform numbers during Saturday's spring game. No. 2 and No. 12 will become the fifth and sixth players to have their numbers retired in Colorado football history. Hunter was the best player in college football a season ago, winning the Heisman Trophy, Walter Camp Award and both the AP and Sporting News Player of the Year honors. He also won the Paul Hornung Award for the second straight year as college football's most versatile player. He won the Bednarik Award as the nation's top defensive player and the Biletnikoff Award as the best receiver. He became one of only three college football players to win eight major awards and was a unanimous first-team All-American. He finished his final collegiate season with 96 receptions for 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns, setting a Colorado record for receiving touchdowns. On defense, he recorded 36 tackles, four interceptions and 11 pass breakups, all while leading the FBS with 1,483 snaps. Sanders changed the trajectory of Colorado football when he came with his dad from Jackson State in 2022. He set numerous school records, including career passing touchdowns, passer rating, and completion percentage; the top two passing seasons for completion percentage and QB rating; and two of the top three for passing yards, touchdowns, 300-yard games and games with 3-plus touchdown passes. In 2024, he won the Johnny Unitas Award as the top quarterback in college football after completing 353 of 477 passes (74.0%) for 4,134 yards with 37 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Sanders was named first-team All-American by multiple publications. He was also the unanimous choice for the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year and named first-team All-Big 12. Both players are two of the best to wear a Colorado uniform. The four other jersey retirements in CU history are No. 24 worn by quarterback/running back Byron White; No. 67 worn by guard/linebacker Joe Romig; No. 11 worn by quarterback/tailback Bobby Anderson; and No. 19 worn by Rashaan Salaam. Salaam was the last jersey to be retired, which was announced before the 2017 season and went into effect following the 2018 season. The ceremony will take place before CU's spring game starts, and Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders are expected to attend. The game will air nationally on ESPN2. Follow Charlie Strella on X, Threads, and Instagram. Contact/Follow us @BuffaloesWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Colorado news, notes and opinions.
