Travis Hunter Clears Deion Sanders’ Stance on His NFL Future as He Contemplates Senior Year at Colorado

Have you ever seen someone so good at something that you’re left wondering if they’re playing a different game altogether? That’s Travis Hunter for you. This dude is a walking highlight reel, a two-way star who’s rewritten what it means to dominate college football. Winning the Heisman, the Biletnikoff, and Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year while snagging 14 touchdowns on offense and four picks on defense? That’s video-game stats, and he’s pulling it off in real life. And now, with Colorado set to take on BYU in the Alamo Bowl, Hunter’s rocking the Buffaloes’ black and gold for one last time—or is he? Nah, just kidding, or maybe not.

On the 27th, Travis stirred the pot with an Instagram story that sent fans into a frenzy. Picture this: he’s rocking the Colorado fit with a cheeky caption that read, “ME: I got one more year of eligibility… right??? 🤔” A follow-up post added some playful banter: “Coach Prime: NO DAWG!!!!” You can practically hear Deion Sanders yelling that in his signature style. Was he joking? Sure. But let’s be real now. Hunter’s trolling game is strong. Safe to say, now Deion Sanders and Travis Hunter are in the same boat on the NFL stance.

Look, the truth is,  Travis Hunter has nothing left to prove at the college level. He’s done it all—literally. If there’s an award out there, chances are it’s already on his shelf. The Heisman, the Biletnikoff, the AP Player of the Year… you name it. The only flaw in his game is actually from outside the game. If you know, you know. A quick shout-out to Travis and his fiancee. Aight, let’s be real now. Look, seeing him play 1 more game with Shedeur Sanders? That’s the type of farewell fans dream of. Tomorrow’s Alamo Bowl showdown isn’t just a game; it’s an emotional curtain call for 2 generational talents.

And as for Deion Sanders? You know Coach Prime loves this kid-like family. Hunter’s become the poster boy for everything Sanders is building in Boulder. He’s the Swiss Army knife every coach wants but can’t find. But even Prime Time knows it’s time to let the kid shine on the big stage. A top-3 NFL Draft pick is calling, and there’s no way Hunter’s passing that up. But imagine, just for fun, if he did stick around. Pairing him with Colorado’s future QB Julian Lewis would literally feed families in Boulder.

BYU’s Jake Retzlaff gives big-time props to Travis Hunter ahead of the Alamo Bowl matchup

BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff isn’t one to shy away from a challenge. And let’s be honest—facing Travis Hunter is about as tough as it gets. “I’m still baffled to this day about the shape that he’s in,” Retzlaff said when asked about the Heisman winner. “How he can play all of those snaps… it’s unreal.” Retzlaff spent hours breaking down film of Hunter, brainstorming ways to exploit even the tiniest weakness. His big idea? Run deep routes and try to wear Hunter out.

But here’s the kicker—Hunter doesn’t wear down. “I’ve never seen him lose a step,” Retzlaff admitted. That’s high praise coming from an opponent who’s trying to outsmart him. And let’s not forget, Hunter’s not just locking down receivers; he’s torching defenses on the other side of the ball too. It’s like playing chess with someone who’s already 10 moves ahead.

For Colorado, this Alamo Bowl matchup is more than just a game. It’s a final showcase for Hunter and Shedeur Sanders, two future top-five NFL Draft picks. The Buffaloes low-key ranked No. 23, taking on No. 17 BYU in what promises to be a clash of styles and star power. The Cougars’ defense is gearing up for Shedeur’s precision passing, while their offense is plotting ways to out-play Hunter. But let’s be real—Hunter and Shedeur are on a different level. This game isn’t just about Colorado vs BYU. It’s about 2 legends-in-the-making taking their final bow on the college stage. For fans, it’s one last chance to witness greatness before the NFL Draft takes them to the next level.