Has Travis Hunter locked up the Heisman Trophy? Odds say Colorado star can rest case on historic season

Colorado do-it-all star Travis Hunter left quite an impression on Heisman Trophy voters in Friday’s 52-0 win against Oklahoma State. Hunter was all over the field for the Buffaloes, finishing their regular season finale with three touchdowns through the air and one interception on defense. 

It solidified a special season for Hunter, who is the overwhelming favorite to win the Heisman at -10000, per FanDuel. Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, Hunter’s strongest competition, is at +3000. 

For context, Hunter entered the year at +6500. It’s hard to deny that he’s had one of the most special seasons we have seen from an individual player in this sport’s history. Hunter set the tone early against Oklahoma State by picking off a pass to bring the Cowboys’ first drive to an abrupt end. 

Colorado turned that into a quick touchdown a couple of plays later. Hunter extended Colorado’s lead to 21-0 later in the first quarter with an 11-yard touchdown reception, delivered by Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders. 

Hunter got his second touchdown of the day early in the third quarter. With that, he secured 13 receiving scores on the year, which set a new Colorado record for touchdown receptions in a single season. 

Hunter saved his best for last. On his third touchdown reception of the afternoon, Hunter battled through heavy contact from an Oklahoma State defensive back and secured Sanders’ pass while falling into the end zone, displaying the spectacular ball skills that have helped him emerge as the nation’s most electric playmaker. 

Hunter’s final statline is impressive: 10 catches for 116 yards and three touchdowns on offense with one tackle, one interception and two pass breakups on defense. 

It was his seventh game this…

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Author : Will Backus

Publish date : 2024-11-29 21:41:00

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