Travis Hunter issues 2-word reaction as Colorado star drops inspirational post on IG
Travis Hunter is in contention to win the Heisman Trophy this season. However, despite chasing individual glory, the Colorado star has been a team player, both on and off the field.
On Wednesday, Hunter reacted to his teammate Cash Cleveland's inspirational post on Instagram and had an uplifting message for the offensive lineman.
"Cash Money," Hunter wrote on a his IG story after reposting one of Cleveland's pictures with him.
Cleveland posted a series of pictures from Colorado's Week 11 win over Texas Tech on Saturday. Some pictures included Cleveland and Hunter celebrating the latter's touchdown.
Cleveland had been moved to play as a center against the Red Raiders. He adapted well to the challenge and helped Colorado to a 41-27 win at Jones AT&T Stadium. In a rather flawless performance, didn’t misplace any snaps or commit any holding penalties or false starts.
After the game, Cleveland said that he had always been preparing for any change in Colorado's game plan.
“It was awesome,” Cleveland said. "I always prepare. I study a lot, study a lot of film. In the meetings, I'm always 100 percent focused, locked in. I study like I'm a first-string, so when my number got called, I was ready for the moment.”
While Cleveland is growing from strength to strength, his teammate Hunter is in the running to win the Heisman this year.
A look at Travis Hunter's stats this season
Travis Hunter is in the midst of a stellar season with No. 18 Colorado (7-2, 5-1 Big 12). He has recorded 856 yards and caught nine touchdowns on 69 receptions as a wideout. As a cornerback, he has posted 20 tackles, 13 of which have been solo tackles, while recording seven passes defended, two interceptions, and one forced fumble.
Hunter will aim to keep up his impeccable displays for the remainder of the regular season to win the coveted Heisman Trophy. The Buffaloes will also aim to ride on the back of his success as they plan to qualify for the College Football Playoff.