The “cool-headed” two-way star, Travis Hunter, definitely stirred things up during the Colorado Buffaloes vs. Baylor Bears matchup. The game, held at Folsom Field, was a thrilling overtime win, a perfect weekend treat for Buffs fans on home turf. But Hunter didn’t just stop at playing well – he threw in some dramatic moments, keeping the football crowd entertained.

At one point during the game, Hunter mysteriously disappeared, leaving fans worried. One fan even posted on X, saying, “Is Travis Hunter injured or something?” As a Colorado fan, you might be curious too, but so far, no official word has come out explaining his sudden absence. Thankfully, he did return later, ready to put on a show.

However, there is no denying that Hunter was unstoppable today. On a crucial third down, he powered through a tight gap to evade the Bears’ tackle. And in the third quarter, frustration boiled over when he ripped off his helmet and shouted at his teammates on the sidelines. But that moment passed quickly, and he bounced back, finishing the game with 7 catches for 130 yards, sealing a win for the Buffs.

With his unmatched energy and passion, Hunter is a top contender for the Heisman Trophy. BetMGM Sportsbook currently has Miami quarterback Cam Ward as the favorite, but Hunter isn’t far behind. As he said, “It would mean a lot to me to win the Heisman!” Whether he takes home the award or not, one thing’s for sure: he’s boosting his draft stock with each impressive play this season.

Travis Hunter’s vigorous performance

Colorado Buffs went into this game with a 2-1 record after beating Colorado State 28-9. They followed it up with an exciting 38-31 upset over Baylor, improving their record to 3-1. Travis Hunter played a huge role in the win, making big plays on both offense and defense.

This season, he’s really caught people’s attention. He racked up 13 catches for 100 yards and 2 touchdowns, plus he grabbed a defensive interception with a 38-yard return. Those are some serious stats! His efforts helped lead Colorado to their 28-9 victory over Colorado State last weekend, earning him the Big 12 Conference Defensive Player of the Week title.

Hunter’s versatility has been key for Colorado, but people are wondering: Is he better as a defensive back or a wide receiver? Even his head coach, Deion Sanders, was asked the same question. Coach Prime had this to say: “The thing about Travis is, if he plays cornerback and dominates, then you can’t move the ball. But then you’ll ask, ‘Why is my best receiver on the sidelines?’… Travis is a football player.”

Coach’s words make sense, but playing both sides is tough, especially when it comes to the NFL. What do you think? Where will Hunter play in the pros? Share your thoughts!

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