"We played it cool this week": Travis Hunter addresses tension-filled game between Colorado vs. CSU in Week 3

Colorado saw off in-state rival Colorado State on the road on Saturday, with Travis Hunter playing a pivotal role in the Buffaloes’ victory. The two-way star recorded 13 receptions for 100 yards and two touchdowns in the tension-filled Week 3 encounter in Fort Collins.

On his podcast “Travis Hunter Show,” the player discussed the team's unusual approach in the week leading up to the rivalry. Hunter explained that the Buffaloes decided to maintain decorum while the Rams did all the talking.

“You see what they did to my coach, they pushed my coach in the pregame,” Hunter said.

“We played it cool this week. Even though we wanted to say something. But we were like ‘No, we are going to be the good team this week.’ But people still find a way to hate us.”

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Travis Hunter inks NIL deal with NerdWallet

Travis Hunter landed yet another NIL deal on Wednesday. The Colorado two-way star secured an endorsement partnership with NerdWallet for a campaign brand “Smartest NIL Deal Ever.”

He becomes the first college football player to collaborate with the personal finance platform.

“They approached me with the Smartest NIL Deal Ever and I liked how unique the deal was,” Hunter said. “It’s different from other deals in that it prioritizes my financial future. NerdWallet empowers people to make smart money decisions, and with this deal, I feel in control.

“I committed to putting 20% of my earnings into a savings account to plan for my future. I think that deals like this are game-changers for college athletes like me, because they are teaching us to think ahead and set ourselves up for financial success.”

Partnering with Hunter was crucial for NerdWallet, as it aligns with the company's goal of promoting financial literacy and smart money management among college athletes.

Leveraging its platform, the fintech firm aims to encourage athletes to make informed financial decisions.

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Travis Hunter wants to play two-way in the NFL

Travis Hunter has gained a reputation for his versatility in the college football landscape.

He won the Paul Hornung Award for the nation’s most versatile player in the 2023 college football season. Hunter has high hopes to continue playing on both sides of the ball in the NFL.

“My goal is to continue to be a two-way player,” says Hunter told Forbes. “If given the opportunity, I’d strive to continue making an impact on both ends of the field, helping my team wherever they need me most.

“One of my greatest strengths is my versatility as a player, and I love the challenge of learning and excelling in both roles and pushing my limits.”

One of the notable two-way stars in the NFL is his coach at Jackson State and Colorado, Deion Sanders. With Coach Prime on his side, Hunter has the right person to guide him in succeeding on both sides of the ball on the professional stage.