Travis Hunter’s College Career Comes to an End
Travis Hunter’s college career has come to an end, but what a remarkable and unprecedented season it was. Hunter, the 2024 Heisman Trophy winner, played in the Alamo Bowl against BYU, recording four receptions for 106 yards and a touchdown in the loss. Despite the defeat, Hunter’s college career was marked by incredible performances on both offense and defense.
Throughout the season, Hunter played in 1,360 snaps from scrimmage, the vast majority of Colorado’s plays. He was also extremely productive, recording 94 receptions for 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns, as well as a rushing score. Defensively, he had 31 total tackles, four interceptions, 11 passes defended, and a forced fumble.
Before his final game, Hunter reflected on his most memorable college performances. His first game at Colorado was a highlight, as he played in 87% of the team’s snaps from scrimmage and had 11 receptions for 119 yards. He also made a diving interception and recorded a top speed of 21.4 mph on a chase-down tackle.
Hunter’s other notable performances included a game against Colorado State, where he matched his career high in receptions (13) and had 100 receiving yards plus two receiving touchdowns. He also had a heroic moment against Baylor, tackling Dominic Richardson at the goal line to secure the win for Colorado.
In the regular season finale, Hunter dominated on both sides of the ball, recording eight receptions for 125 yards and two touchdowns. He also had an interception and a Heisman pose, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest two-way players in college football history.
Hunter’s incredible season was marked by many memorable moments, from his touchdown grabs to his highlight-reel defensive plays. He will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most remarkable players in recent college football history.