History of Travis Hunter in Timeline

Travis Hunter Jr. is a professional football player known for his exceptional two-way abilities. He played college football at Jackson State and Colorado, achieving significant accolades including the Heisman Trophy in 2024 while at Colorado. Notably, he is the only college football player to win both the Chuck Bednarik and Fred Biletnikoff Awards, recognizing him as both an outstanding defensive and offensive player. Hunter was drafted second overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2025 NFL draft.

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1994: Rashaan Salaam's Heisman Win

In 1994, Rashaan Salaam won the Heisman trophy for the Colorado Buffaloes. This is relevant because Travis Hunter's Heisman Trophy win in 2024 was the second for the team since 1994.

1997: Charles Woodson's Heisman Win

In 1997, Charles Woodson won the Heisman trophy. This is relevant because Travis Hunter's Heisman Trophy win in 2024 was the second-ever for a defensive player since 1997.

May 18, 2003: Travis Hunter Jr. Born

On May 18, 2003, Travis Hunter Jr. was born. He is now a professional football cornerback and wide receiver.

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2007: Travis Hunter Sr.'s Rookie of the Year Award

In 2007, Travis Hunter Sr., Travis Hunter Jr's father, won the Offensive Rookie of the Year award in the Southern States Football League.

March 3, 2020: Commitment to Florida State

On March 3, 2020, Travis Hunter committed to Florida State University after receiving a scholarship.

December 15, 2021: Commitment to Jackson State

On December 15, 2021, Travis Hunter flipped his commitment to Jackson State Tigers, coached by Deion Sanders, becoming the first five-star recruit to sign with an HBCU or FCS school.

2022: Polynesian Bowl Offensive MVP

In 2022, Travis Hunter played in the Polynesian Bowl, earning offensive MVP honors with five receptions for 54 yards.

2022: Freshman Season at Jackson State

In 2022, as a freshman at Jackson State, Travis Hunter recorded 19 total tackles, eight pass breakups, two interceptions, one fumble recovery, and one defensive touchdown in seven games. On offense, he had 18 receptions for 188 yards and four touchdowns.

2023: Transfer to University of Colorado Boulder

In 2023, Travis Hunter transferred to the University of Colorado Boulder, following Jackson State head coach Deion Sanders. He was named a 2023 Consensus All-American and second-team All-PAC-12. Hunter was also named recipient of the Paul Hornung Award.

2024: Winning the Heisman Trophy

In 2024, Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy while playing college football for the Colorado Buffaloes. He was also the only player in college football history to win both the Chuck Bednarik and Fred Biletnikoff Awards that year.

2024: Heisman Trophy Win

In 2024, after playing nearly 1,400 scrimmage snaps on offense and defense, Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy. He also won both the Chuck Bednarik Award and the Fred Biletnikoff Award.