Travis Hunter had a huge week for the Colorado Buffaloes, and as a result has received an honor from the Big 12

Colorado Buffaloes star Travis Hunter details what position he wants to play in the NFL and his thoughts on beating the Colorado State Rams.

Sanders has served as a mentor to Hunter since the five-star recruit pivoted from Florida State to join Sanders at Jackson State. Hunter then followed his coach to Colorado, where last season he earned first-team All-American and first-team Academic All-American accolades.

Colorado wide receiver Travis Hunter, right, celebrates after catching a touchdown pass as wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. (5) joins in during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Colorado State, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fort Collins, Colo. Credit: AP/David Zalubowski

Colorado football head coach Deion Sanders knows something about playing both ways in the NFL, and he believes that Buffs cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter can continue his two-way dominance on Sundays.

Travis Hunter has been making headlines all season, but his latest recognition as Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week truly showcases his dominance on the field. Colorado Buffaloes fans have grown accustomed to Hunter's game-changing performances, but his Week 3 showing against Colorado State might have been his best yet.

Colorado football star Travis Hunter was named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week on Monday after another strong performance in the Buffs' Week 3 win at Colorado State. A projected first-

Travis Hunter's incredible performance in the Colorado Buffaloes win over the Colorado State Rams has earned him Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week honors.