"Did play a huge role in this Heisman trophy": Joel Klatt drops eye-catching remark on Coach Prime after Travis Hunter's win

Travis Hunter won the 2024 Heisman Trophy on Saturday. The Colorado star pipped Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, Miami quarterback Cam Ward and Oregon signal-caller Dillon Gabriel for the coveted honor. While Hunter won the individual award, many have credited Colorado coach Deion Sanders for guiding the two-way star to success.

On Tuesday, Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt praised Sanders on his podcast.

"I think Deion did play a huge role in this Heisman Trophy. For obvious reasons, yes." [Timestamp: 3:12]

"And I'm here to tell you that Travis Hunter would not have done this anywhere else (win the Heisman under another coach)." [Timestamp: 3:55]

Hunter had committed to Jackson State in December 2021 to work under Sanders. After one year with the Tigers, Hunter followed Sanders to Colorado.

This season, Hunter's two-way game reaped huge benefits for the Buffs. As a wideout, he racked up 1,152 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns on 92 catches. As a defensive back, Hunter posted 31 tackles, 11 passes deflected, four interceptions and one forced fumble in 12 games.

Hunter picked up eight individual honors for the season, including the Heisman.

Travis Hunter likely to play final collegiate game for Colorado in 2024 Alamo Bowl

Colorado Buffaloes two-way star Hunter - Source: Getty

Travis Hunter and the Buffs will play their Big 12 rivals the BYU Cougars in the 2024 Alamo Bowl on Dec. 28.

Hunter is expected to declare for the 2025 NFL draft after the Alamo Bowl. The two-way superstar has reportedly garnered interest from several NFL teams and is widely projected as a top-three pick.

While Hunter is likely to go pro next season, he will still have one eye on helping Colorado win the Alamo Bowl. The exhibition game will also allow the player to boost his draft stock one more time on the gridiron.