Travis Hunter, aka the Heisman winner, is gearing up to close his incredible college football chapter with one last showdown against BYU in the Alamo Bowl. But Hunter isn’t just leaving; he’s making sure he goes out in style. It is the perfect opportunity for him to make a grand exit, highlighting all of his years of hard work. However, Hunter is not simply leaving without any fanfare; he is determined to depart in a remarkable fashion. Whether it’s wearing personalized cleats or proudly representing the Heisman, he wants to leave a lasting impression. But is he the only one who feels this way?
Ahead of Colorado’s big game, Travis Hunter unveiled his game-day kicks: custom Nikes featuring the iconic Heisman logo and “Heisman” boldly strapped across the front. Hunter decked out the laces with beads, spelling “Travis” on one shoe and “Hunter” on the other. Now what’s so special about it? Every detail screams precision and personality, making these cleats more than just footwear; they’re a statement. It’s like Hunter is leaving a legacy both on and off the field in the swag.
Moreover, Travis Hunter may not be the first Colorado player to win the Heisman Trophy but surely the first one to wear the cleats. We all know Rashaan Salaam won the prestigious award in 1994, but Hunter is the first to wear custom cleats to celebrate his Heisman win. Well, why will he not? This dude created history as Hunter is the first player to win the Heisman, who’s not a quarterback since 2020. Plus, firsts are always precious, and adding a personal touch to them only increases their value.
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The cleat heat for Travis Hunter.#uniswag pic.twitter.com/KIE7yQCIw0
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Hunter’s legacy isn’t just his achievements; he inspires others to dream big despite challenges. We all know the kind of hate and competition Travis Hunter has to face against his fellow Heisman contender Ashton Jeanty, but now he is out there standing with honor. Plus, the way he played every snap on offense and defense not only took the Buffs to bowls but also improved their stats from 4-8 to 9-3 this season.
Now what’s next for our two-way star? It’s obviously the NFL. Hunter is going to be one of the top draft picks, and after receiving the Heisman, his NFL mock draft status is only boosting with each passing day. Now there is a speculation going on that Hunter might join the Jacksonville Jaguars, going third overall to the team. Well, that’s some relaxing news amid all the uncertainties swirling over his NFL future because of the media hate against his girlfriend.
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Hunter standing still amid all the distress
Travis Hunter’s been dealing with a ton of hate lately, so much so that he had to deactivate his Instagram account. But Coach Prime isn’t letting his star player and son go through all this alone. During a recent practice ahead of the Alamo Bowl, Deion paused everything, called Travis to the front, and blessed him with prayers, saying, “I want you to know this in front of everybody. You know we love you; we got you. We appreciate you. You are him.” It was pure support, and why do you think Hunter came back much stronger? It’s the support and love that brought him back.
However, all this drama kicked off when Travis Hunter won the Heisman, but things went sideways when Leanna didn’t stand up to honor him. Well, nobody for a moment thought of giving her the benefit of the doubt, and the whole internet freaked out. Moreover, videos went viral of the ceremony, dragging Leanna for “disrespecting” Travis. The fans gave a whole new narrative to the things and made it a reason to troll them constantly.
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But Travis Hunter knows what goal he has to achieve in his life. And keeping that in mind, he is focusing on the game, ignoring the hate. He is our no. 1 draft pick, a Heisman winner, and a two-way phenom who just can’t give up on things for which he has been struggling his whole life. Now with Coach Prime and his mom supporting him, he’s ready to take on the Alamo Bowl, and the haters can keep talking while he keeps rolling.
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