“You are him”: Deion Sanders gives a massive shoutout to Travis Hunter amid backlash from fans for fiancee Leanna

Deion Sanders publicly displayed his unwavering support for Travis Hunter, the talented Buffaloes star and Heisman winner, amid online drama involving Hunter's fiancée, Leanna Lenee. The controversy began when a viral video surfaced of Lenee dancing with an unidentified man, sparking allegations of infidelity.

To add to the backlash, resurfaced text messages from 2020 further fueled speculation, leading both Hunter and Lenee to deactivate their social media accounts, as reported by ClutchPoints.

During team practice on Tuesday, a clip shared by the “We Coming” X account captured Coach Prime addressing the situation. In front of the entire team, Sanders delivered an encouraging message to Hunter, saying,

“I want you to know this in front of everybody,” Coach Prime said. “You know we love you. We got you. We appreciate you. You are him.”

Adding to the ongoing scrutiny, Lenee recently faced criticism for sporting a dollar-sign tattoo on her ring finger. Fans called it “inappropriate” and questioned its significance for a wedding ring, with some even suggesting that Hunter should reconsider the relationship.

Despite the backlash, Sanders created a moment of unity and strength for Hunter, reminding everyone of his unwavering belief in his player during challenging times.

Leanna Lenee’s 2020 DMs have surfaced, fueling rumors of Travis Hunter cheating

The Colorado Buffaloes football star Travis Hunter has been in the spotlight all week due to speculation about his relationship.

While some reports suggest Lenee and Hunter started dating in 2022, DJ Akademiks — who leaked the DM exchange — claims their relationship began in 2019. Amid the swirling rumors, both Lenee and Hunter have deactivated their social media accounts.

Amid backlash surrounding the Heisman, Travis Hunter defended his girlfriend during a livestream on Twitch, asking his fans to stop overthinking his personal life and relationship.

On the field, Hunter remains a top prospect for the 2025 NFL Draft, where he's expected to make an immediate impact for any team that selects him.