$5.2 million NIL-valued Travis Hunter splurges money on massive Colorado-themed tractor
Travis Hunter’s Heisman win not only has got his name etched in college football history but also highlighted his flair off the field. The University of Colorado star is making headlines again with a unique purchase, a massive Colorado-themed tractor.
The video of Hunter celebrating his new acquisition, dancing enthusiastically to Lil Wayne’s “6 Foot 7 Foot,” has taken social media by storm. It is the same song he mentioned in his Heisman Trophy acceptance speech.
"That tractor so mf big omgggggg 😭," the caption by a post from the account overtimeszn read.
Hunter, valued at an estimated $5.2 million in NIL earnings according to On3, continues to turn heads on and off the field. During his Heisman acceptance speech, Hunter expressed heartfelt gratitude to the rap legend, saying,
“Wayne, you don’t know how you came into our life. My fiancée loves you. I didn’t know none of your songs until she let me know. … From that day on, that’s all I listen to for pregame music. … 6 Foot 7 Foot, that’s my song.”
Travis Hunter’s rise to stardom reached another level when the NCAA named him a unanimous first-team All-American. This honor is awarded to players selected as first-team members across all five major outlets: the Associated Press, the American Football Coaches Association, the Football Writers Association of America, The Sporting News, and the Walter Camp All-American team.
Historic achievement for Colorado
Hunter’s Heisman victory makes him the 39th Black man to win the prestigious award and the fifth consecutive player (after DeVonta Smith in 2020, Bryce Young in 2021, Caleb Williams in 2022 and Jayden Daniels in 2023) to do so. With his unmatched talent, dynamic personality, and ambitious goals, Travis Hunter continues to be a transformative figure in college football.
Charles Barkley on Hunter’s ambition to play both ways in the NFL
As Travis Hunter’s NFL prospects gain momentum, his ambition to play both offense and defense has become a significant talking point. NBA legend and sports analyst Charles Barkley shared his views on the subject during TNT's "Inside the NBA" show, published by Bleacher Report on YouTube on Friday.
While impressed by Hunter’s energy, Barkley expressed concerns about the physical toll this dual-role ambition might take.
“He (Hunter) says he 100% wants to play both ways in the pros,” Barkley remarked. “It’s just too physically demanding. It’s not playing against boys in college, [you’re] playing against grown men in the NFL.”
Playing both offense and defense in the NFL is virtually unprecedented. However, Hunter remains confident in his ability to achieve this rare feat, underscoring his determination to break barriers.
Travis Hunter’s 2024 stats
Travis Hunter’s 2024 season with the Buffaloes showcased his dominance as a two-way player. Defensively, he recorded four interceptions while allowing just one touchdown.
On offense, Hunter’s performance was equally outstanding, with 92 receptions for 1,152 yards, 14 touchdowns and an impressive 12.5-yard average per catch.