In front of a roaring Folsom Field crowd, the Colorado Buffaloes made a statement on Saturday, taking down the Utah Utes 49-24. It was a defining moment for a program that continues to climb under head coach Deion Sanders, with standout performances from Travis Hunter, true freshman Drelon Miller, and an imposing defensive unit.
Hunter Proves Heisman Worthy
Travis Hunter continues to cement his case as one of college football’s most versatile and electrifying players ever. Against Utah, he put on a show on both sides of the ball. His third-quarter interception—his third of the season—halted a promising Utah drive and showcased his defensive instincts. Offensively, he added five receptions for 55 yards and a leaping 25-yard grab on a crucial fourth-and-8.
Hunter even lined up in the backfield for a reverse, punching in a spectacular five-yard rushing touchdown. When asked about Hunter’s Heisman chances, Deion Sanders was emphatic. “If they can’t see it, they can’t see it,” Sanders said. “Travis is who he is. It’s supposed to go to the best college football player, and that’s been a wrap since Week 2.”