Coach Prime's ex-wife Pilar Sanders drops a heartwarming reaction to Travis Hunter's dad celebrating his Heisman win

Modified Dec 17, 2024 02:51 GMT

Coach Prime's second ex-wife, Pilar Sanders, shared a heartwarming message after watching Travis Hunter's father celebrate the Colorado star winning the Heisman Trophy on Saturday.

Pilar dropped a comment on an Instagram video that showed Hunter's family celebrating while watching the Heisman ceremony on TV.

"There are so many reasons why!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️ 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 perfect," Pilar wrote on the IG post.

In his acceptance speech, Hunter had an emotional message for his father.

“I want to say something to my father,” Hunter Jr. told the audience. “He’s not here and wasn’t able to make it, but I know you’re watching on TV. Dad, I love you. For all the stuff you went through man... Now look at your oldest son. I did it for you, man.

“I know you wanted to be here and you can’t, but trust me, I got you. I’m bringing the trophy home. I love you.”

Only a few days ago, Hunter's father, Hunter Sr. had been released early from Palm Beach County West Detention Center after serving part of his 90-day sentence for undisclosed charges.

Hunter capped off a fabulous regular season with Colorado, where he posted 1,152 yards and 14 touchdowns on 92 catches as a receiver. As a defensive back, he racked up 31 tackles, 11 passes deflected, four interceptions and one forced fumble across 12 games.

Travis Hunter is likely to play his final game for Colorado in Alamo Bowl game

Colorado Buffaloes two-way star Travis Hunter - Source: Getty

After clinching the 2024 Heisman Trophy, Travis Hunter will soon turn his focus toward Colorado's Alamo Bowl game against the BYU Cougars. The Buffs vs. Cougars game will take place on Dec. 28 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.

The Alamo Bowl could be the final time Hunter suits up for Colorado before he declares for the 2025 NFL draft. The CU star is considered a top 10 pick next year and he will get another chance to boost his draft stock in the bowl game.

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