Travis Hunter insurance policy: How much did Deion Sanders' program invest to secure its two-way star?

Colorado’s two-way star Travis Hunter and quarterback Shedeur Sanders will take the field at the Alamo Bowl under financial protection. The university has arranged a record-breaking insurance policy worth over $18 million for each player, ensuring they are safeguarded against potential career-altering injuries during the game, according to The Spun.

According to the reports, this coverage extends through the NFL Draft process, offering Hunter and Sanders peace of mind as they prepare for their final college game.

"It was [Deion's] idea we should get disability insurance for our athletes for this game to ensure that they played and if there was some kind of injury that they would be well taken care of," said Colorado Athletic Director Rick George.

According to insider Darren Heitner, Matthew Vuckovich of Paradigm Gilbert has crafted the largest insurance policies in college football history for Colorado players. Shedeur and Travis each reportedly have over $18 million in Permanent Total Disability coverage, extending through the NFL Draft.

"We happen to have two players that are probably going to be the first two picks of the NFL Draft,” Deion Sanders said.

“We all know who those two are and they have received, I think, the highest number of coverage that has ever been covered in college football. It far exceeds anyone that has ever played this game of college football."

In an era where many top athletes opt out of bowl games, it’s refreshing to see the University of Colorado Boulder bringing their best to San Antonio, Texas.

The competitive fire of Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders in their final outing together

Colorado (9-3, No. 23 CFP) square off against the 17th-ranked BYU Cougars (10-2, No. 17 CFP) in the Alamo Bowl on Saturday evening. The game also marked the final appearance for quarterback Shedeur Sanders and hybrid star Travis Hunter in a Colorado Buffaloes jersey.

The Buffaloes’ defense made a strong start, forcing BYU into a quick three-and-out on the opening possession. Taking over at their 24-yard line, Colorado’s offense moved into the Cougars’ territory but faced a crucial fourth down. Sanders attempted a pass to wide receiver Will Sheppard near the sideline, but with Hunter running a route in the same area, the throw fell incomplete.

After the play, tensions flared as Hunter approached Sanders and bumped into him, appearing to deliver an emphatic message.

BYU capitalized on the turnover, starting at their own 48-yard line and marching down the field in six plays to score the game’s first touchdown.

Despite the early struggles, Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter capped off a stellar regular season in Boulder, solidifying their status as key contributors to Colorado’s resurgence.