History of Travis Hunter in Timeline

Travis Hunter Jr. is an American football cornerback and wide receiver celebrated for his exceptional two-way playing ability. He has played college football for the Jackson State Tigers and the Colorado Buffaloes. Hunter is the only college football player to win both the Chuck Bednarik Award and Fred Biletnikoff Award. Hunter won the Heisman Trophy with Colorado in 2024.

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1994: Rashaan Salaam Won Heisman

In 1994, Rashaan Salaam was the first player from Colorado Buffaloes to win the Heisman Trophy. Travis Hunter became the second after winning it in 2024.

1997: Charles Woodson won the Heisman Trophy.

In 1997, Charles Woodson was the first defensive player to win the Heisman Trophy. Travis Hunter became the second defensive player to win the award in 2024.

May 18, 2003: Travis Hunter Jr. Born

On May 18, 2003, Travis Hunter Jr. was born. He is an American football cornerback and wide receiver.

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2007: Travis Hunter Sr. won Offensive Rookie of the Year

In 2007, Travis Hunter Sr., Travis Hunter Jr's father, won the Southern States Football League's Offensive Rookie of the Year award while playing semi-pro football.

March 3, 2020: Committed to Florida State Seminoles

On March 3, 2020, after receiving a scholarship from Florida State, Travis Hunter committed to the Seminoles after visiting the school for the first time.

December 15, 2021: Flipped Commitment to Jackson State Tigers

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

2022: Played in the Polynesian Bowl and won Offensive MVP honors

In 2022, Travis Hunter played in the Polynesian Bowl, recording five receptions for 54 yards and winning the offensive MVP honors.

2022: Freshman Season at Jackson State

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

2023: Transferred to University of Colorado

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

2024: Won Heisman Trophy

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