Pat McAfee says Travis Hunter, who played college football, went to Colorado

Pat McAfee of ESPN recently commented on how happy the college football world is that Travis Hunter chose Colorado to play under Deion Sanders. According to McAfee, this combination not only allowed Hunter to develop as a dynamic, two-way player, but also gave him the potential to compete for the Heisman Trophy, an achievement rarely seen among players who excel on both offense and defense.

McAfee recalls a conversation with Coach Prime during College GameDay and recalls how Sanders was surprised that Hunter at one point had the second-best chance of winning the Heisman. Sanders insisted that Hunter is an all-around football player, describing him as someone who “loves the game” and highlighting his work ethic, discipline and positive influence on his teammates. Hunter’s commitment, combined with his immense talent and electrifying personality, make him not only a standout Heisman candidate, but also a player who brings excitement and attention to college football.

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McAfee explained that Hunter’s role in Colorado is transformative, largely because many traditional coaches would require him to focus on either offense or defense. However, Coach Prime recognized Hunter’s unique abilities and supported his desire to play both positions. “Travis does both because Travis can do both,” Sanders said, reaffirming his confidence in Hunter’s unparalleled skills.

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Hunter’s performance under Sanders has made him one of the most versatile and exciting players in recent college football history. McAfee’s remarks highlight the impact of Sanders’ coaching philosophy and Hunter’s talent, showing how this unique partnership is elevating college football and setting new standards for future players.