Travis Hunter injury update: What happened to Colorado's star WR in Week 3 encounter against Jay Norvell's Rams?

The Colorado Buffaloes have suffered a mighty blow with two-way player Travis Hunter out for the rest of their Rocky Mountain Showdown against Colorado State. Hunter, who transferred from Jackson State, has been a phenomenal asset for Deion Sanders and the Buffs on the field this season.

During the first quarter of the Colorado vs. Colorado State game, quarterback Shedeur Sanders passed to Travis Hunter, who was making a route run on the left as a wide receiver. While the pass was incomplete, Hunter was tackled by Colorado State safety, Henry Blackburn.

The two-way player immediately fell to the ground in pain. After being sidelined, he returned later as part of the defense.

But before the start of the second half of the game in Boulder, Hunter was pulled, which seems to be an indicator that the injury might be more serious than perceived.

ESPN's Quint Kessenich reported that Colorado decided to shift Hunter to a nearby hospital, where an evaluation will be conducted on his situation.

Travis Hunter has been an important part of Deion Sanders's revamped Colorado roster

From the time Hunter took the field for Coach Prime at Jackson State, it was clear he possessed immense talent. He was the highest-ranked recruit to join an HBCU or FCS program.

When Coach Prime joined the Buffs ahead of this season, Hunter, along with quarterback Shedeur Sanders and safety Shilo Sanders, made their way to Colorado as well.

In his first two games of the season, Travis Hunter played an incredible 274 snaps for his team. On offense, he recorded 192 receiving yards and caught 14 passes.

On defense, Hunter accumulated five tackles, one interception, and three pass breakups.

However, the injury he sustained against Colorado State will undoubtedly impact the Buffs going forward. Hunter finished the Rocky Mountain Showdown with two receptions and 21 receiving yards.