Travis Hunter just finished an electrifying season, one that firmly plants him on a path toward legendary status. He spearheaded the Buffs’ impressive 9-4 record and then capped it off by seizing the Heisman Trophy—becoming the program’s first winner since Rashaan Salaam in ’94 and the first two-way player to claim it since Charles Woodson in ’97. Records are shattered, legacies are forged, and Hunter’s brilliance is undeniable. With such a meteoric rise, his NFL future remains a hot topic.

While his exceptional two-way abilities are both a major asset and a point of discussion, Travis Hunter has rocketed up draft boards, going from a potential top-ten pick to a likely top-five selection in no time. And now, the New York Giants are reportedly showing strong interest. This young talent has a knack for elevating his career, but off-field distractions continue to surface, potentially impacting his draft stock. Just when his trajectory seemed clear, the internet spotlight has focused on personal matters.

Real reason why ‘Travis Hunter’s Girlfriend’s Boyfriend’ is trending

Enter Travis Hunter’s girlfriend’s boyfriend. Or, more precisely, a joke on his girlfriend, Leanna Lenne, that went viral, making the sports world question his draft position. But who’s behind it? It’s Wesley Steinberg, a parody “insider,” who hit X with this weird stance that sent the entire internet into a plunge: “#Giants will take a visit from Travis Hunter and his entire entourage this week. Hunter’s family, girlfriend, and even his girlfriend’s boyfriend will take a tour of the facility.” Well, Steinberg isn’t a real journalist—just a troll. His ridicule of Hunter’s relationship with Leanna caused the conversation around his draft prospects to become internet meme fodder.

The Giants signed Russell Wilson to a one-year deal with incentives and brought in Jameis Winston on a two-year contract to solidify their quarterback position. With this stability, they can now focus on drafting Hunter at No. 3 overall. According to Steve Palazzolo of The 33rd Team, owner John Mara seems keen on selecting the Heisman winner. And pairing Hunter with Malik Nabers, last year’s sixth overall pick, would create an elite young WR duo for the Giants.

Last season, Nabers had an impressive rookie season with 109 catches, 1,204 yards, and 7 touchdowns. And Travis Hunter, who had 96 receptions, 1,258 yards, and 15 touchdowns on offense, as well as four interceptions on defense, will only strengthen the team further. Now, while the Giants already boast defensive talents like CB Paulson Adebo and safety Jevon Holland, snagging Travis would inject serious firepower into their offense, likely creating some explosive plays with Wilson’s bombs downfield.

Let’s be real: Travis Hunter’s tape proves his worth. He effortlessly makes incredible catches and effectively shuts down receivers. However, due to Steinberg, the focus on his off-field activities has overshadowed his talent. Instead of analyzing his talent, people are dissecting a relationship drama that doesn’t even exist. As if the earlier controversies surrounding Leanna Lenee weren’t enough, this new situation now looms as a threat to her fiancé’s NFL career.

More about Leanna Lenee, Travis Hunter’s girlfriend, and her controversies

Born in November 2001 and a 2022 Kennesaw State graduate, Leanna Lenee was 19 when she met and began dating Travis Hunter. Their journey, including trips and wedding prep, is documented on their YouTube channel launched in October 2022. Now, with the NFL draft approaching, Hunter’s fiancée has unfortunately become a major online talking point. It all kicked off with a clip from a Colorado game where Leanna seemed uneasy when Hunter went in for a kiss. Then, weeks later at the Heisman Trophy ceremony—a pinnacle of NCAA recognition—Deion Sanders had to nudge her to stand as Hunter accepted his award.

Adding fuel to the fire, fans recently took issue with a video showing Leanna sporting a dollar-sign tattoo on her ring finger, labeling it an inappropriate symbol for marriage. Some even suggested Hunter should rethink his engagement. Beyond that, an old video resurfaced featuring a woman resembling Leanna dancing suggestively with another man, and another old music video with her former boyfriend also popped up, igniting further criticism.

The negativity didn’t stop there. Fans also reacted strongly to a video where Leanna discussed their relationship. In it, Travis Hunter’s fiancée, Leanna Lenee, says he would sit parked for hours after dropping her off to a party, wait for her to finish, and then drive her back home. She described herself as having “tequila in my veins” while stressing that Hunter, who doesn’t drink, never controlled her. Many questioned her decision to share such personal details publicly, calling it unnecessary and embarrassing. Hunter, however, has been unwavering in his support.

Following the Heisman controversy, Hunter defended Leanna during a Twitch live stream, stating, “My girl been with me for five years. Y’all are just now starting to talk about me… y’all go do something else with y’all life.” This wave of negativity surrounding their relationship even prompted him to deactivate his Instagram.

Despite the online storm, Hunter remains locked in on his NFL future. With his NCAA career paving the way for a likely top draft pick in April, Travis Hunter is also planning to marry Leanna Lenee the following month, on May 24th. While fan debate about their relationship continues to swirl, Hunter has made his stance clear: he’s standing by Leanna, no matter what.