Travis Hunter clapped back at NFL icon Richard Sherman with a subtle, yet crystal-clear wardrobe choice ahead of Colorado’s emphatic 48-21 triumph over UCF. While the football prodigy laced up for game time, he sported a crisp white tee emblazoned with “Bland” a sly nod to Sherman’s opinion on where the young talent should focus his future pro career.
In the face of UCF, Hunter let his on-field brilliance speak volumes. The whip-smart player flexed his two-pronged skillset, snagging nine receptions for 89 yards and one touchdown as a wideout and snatched an interception in his defensive role.
Amidst the touchdown revelry, Hunter struck the iconic Heisman pose, signaling to aficionados and bigwigs nationwide that he reigns supreme in college ball. His display wasn’t just about glory – it was a testament to his unmatched abilities.
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Prepping for the fray with the Buffaloes, Hunter didn’t mince words about his Heisman ambitions, all while his dual-threat performance continued to dazzle the crowds. “There ain’t nobody out there doing 130 snaps a game,” asserted Hunter. “My main goal right now is to stay focused on my team and the individual awards will come.”
Hunter’s bold fashion choice and his statement tee were a direct clapback to Sherman’s take that the Colorado phenom would need to pick a lane on offense or defense in the big leagues. Dropping his two cents on the “St. Brown Podcast,” the ex-NFL defensive ace laid out the tough reality of the NFL grind for Hunter, emphasizing why he should zero in on defense as his future.
“We’re not playing 50 snaps on offense and 55 snaps on defense [in the NFL],” Sherman pointed out. “These QBs are going to say, ‘Hey, let’s see how in shape you are by the end of the fourth quarter. We just saw you run three go routes, I’m about to bring our third receiver in to run you on three more go routes.'”
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Sherman didn’t mince words about where Hunter’s talents would shine brightest at the pro level. “I think he goes as a corner just because receivers his size … he’s not a special size, super dynamic route runner,” he asserted.
“He’s a great athlete and he’s smooth so he can get it done. I’m sure if he focused on receiver he could be elite, but as a corner, he just looks natural. It’s back to catching a ball and he’s in position all the time. He’s breaking right, he has a good feel for it, and it’s so rare.”
Despite Sherman’s bet on Hunter’s defensive prowess, the 21-year-old is gunning for an unprecedented two-way stardom in the NFL. Chatting with Forbes, Hunter doubled down on his ambition to dominate both sides of the ball, aiming to carve out a niche in league history that’s yet to be seen.
“My goal is to continue to be a two-way player,” Hunter expressed to the outlet in mid-September, emphasizing his ambition to make waves on both ends of the field. “If given the opportunity, I’d strive to continue making an impact on both ends of the field, helping my team wherever they need me most.”
He also highlighted his adaptability, saying, “One of my greatest strengths is my versatility as a player, and I love the challenge of learning and excelling in both roles and pushing my limits.”
Meanwhile, Colorado’s head coach Deion Sanders pointed out that despite Hunter’s impressive feats on the field, winning the Heisman might be tough with Sanders at the helm.
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