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Travis Hunter just wrapped up one of the wildest seasons in college football history, stacking up hardware like it was Black Friday. Heisman winner? Check. AP College Football Player of the Year? Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year while catching double-digit touchdowns? Biletnikoff Award? Check, check, and check.

The man literally balled his heart out on both sides of the ball for Deion Sanders’ Colorado Buffaloes, dropping 1,152 receiving yards, 14 touchdowns, and snagging 4 picks on defense. He never went MIA for sec. And don’t forget, he kept cooking even when the Buffs took that L against Kansas. Now, as Travis sets his sights on the NFL—most likely a top-3 pick—his younger brother, Trayvis Hunter, just stepped into the spotlight with his own major announcement. And his mama couldn’t stop her excitement.

On December 17, Trayvis Hunter, the little bro rocking that same swag and drive, made national headlines when he flexed not one, but two college football offers on his IG story and X. The two Division I offers came on the same day from Jackson State University and Tennessee State University. “Blessed to receive my 1st ever offer from Tennessee State University🔥🔥,” Trayvis wrote, only to add “All thanks to the man above. Blessed to receive my 2nd offer of the day from Jackson State University!” later the day.

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Jackson State, once helmed by Deion Sanders, is now coached by T.C. Taylor and remains a prominent HBCU program. On the other hand, Tennessee State has former NFL legend and 1955 Heisman winner Eddie George, who has been reshaping TSU’s football identity since taking over as head coach in 2021. Both schools are known for developing young talent, and their interest in the 2027 phenom highlights his immense potential.

Moments after Trayvis’ post, their mama, Ferrante Harris, hopped on IG to show love, posting Trayvis’ offer with the caption, “I’m proud of u son😍.” If you know Harris, this is just another day of her doing what she does best—being the ultimate hype woman for her boys. From Travis’ Heisman journey to Trayvis’ breakout season, she has always been front and center, keeping the love loud and proud on the gram.

At 5’7” and about 140 pounds, Trayvis is still growing into his game, but let’s not get it twisted—he’s already showing shades of his big bro. Playing at Effingham High School in Springfield, Georgia, Trayvis rocks No. 12 just like Travis and has quietly put together a solid season, catching for 496 yards and 6 touchdowns. His late-season rise has been particularly remarkable, with 19 receptions for 331 yards and five scores in the last four games. Trayvis played a crucial role in Effingham County’s 6-4 record and a postseason spot.

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With two years of high school football ahead of him, the future looks bright for Trayvis. As top HBCU programs like JSU and TSU come knocking, looks like it’s only a matter of time before more powerhouses join the conversation. “The sky’s the limit for him,” said Effingham County’s head coach John Ford to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He can still recall the first time he witnessed Trayvis’ potential firsthand. An informal race between the Hunter brothers that left him stunned.

“When they came out to visit, I couldn’t believe it when I saw them running together,” Ford had shared. “Trayvis was keeping up with Travis, and I just thought, ‘This kid is special.'” Ford also spoke of the advantage of having an older brother who excels at the highest levels of college football. “He’s grown up watching Travis play, and it shows,” Ford said. “Give Trayvis a few yards, and he’ll turn it into a play that leaves defenses scrambling. He’s fast, smooth, and has a natural sense for the game.”

The connection to Tennessee State is deeper than just football. It’s symbolic. Travis’ story didn’t start at a Power 5 program or anything—it started at Jackson State, an HBCU, under none other than Coach Prime. That’s the type of full-circle moment that hits differently. If Trayvis takes his talents to Tennessee State, he’d be following a path laid by his big bro—a path that has already changed the game for HBCU athletes. During his Heisman acceptance speech on Saturday, Travis couldn’t help but pour love on his bro.

“That’s my dawg. I do this for you, bro. We’ve been doing this for a long time. You always next to me,” he said, with a mix of pride and raw emotion. “Even the times I didn’t want to take you, my mama made me take you. I’m doing this for you. I’m doing this for all siblings, man.” And he didn’t stop there. “I thank y’all for looking up to me. I’mma make sure I keep the right steps in the right direction for y’all.” It’s clear Travis knows Trayvis is next in line, and honestly, who wouldn’t want to follow those footsteps?

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Can Trayvis follow his brother, Travis Hunter’s legacy?

The million-dollar question—can Trayvis Hunter live up to what his big bro has already done? Let’s be real. Travis Hunter’s legacy is no joke. He’s a once-in-a-generation talent, like Charles Woodson type, dominating on both sides of the field while turning Boulder into the college football hotspot. The bar’s been put up so high that Ashton Jeanty with 2497 yards and 29 touchdowns couldn’t crack him on the Heisman race. But Trayvis has something that makes him dangerous: time. He’s young, hungry, and already building his own name.

Coach Prime himself, probably ain’t gonna miss out on Trayvis, either. The man has an eye for talent, and let’s not forget, he’s been recruiting family since day one. Trayvis could easily find himself under Coach Prime’s wing at Colorado—or maybe Tennessee State turns into his Jackson State moment. Either way, if the younger Hunter keeps developing at this rate, the comparisons to his brother won’t just be hype—they’ll be facts.

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But look, at the end of the day, Trayvis ain’t just following his brother’s footsteps. He’s paving his own path, carrying the Hunter name with him. Whether he ends up at an HBCU or a Power 5 program, one thing’s for sure: the spotlight is going to follow. Travis Hunter’s story might be wrapping up in Boulder, but the Hunter family legacy? Oh, it’s just getting started.

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