Deion Sanders expresses concern about Travis Hunter’s late night on the ATV and at the shooting range

Deion Sanders has made his admiration for Travis Hunter clear, especially as he heads off to compete for the Heisman Trophy. Sanders recently shared an amusing story that describes Hunter’s energetic spirit, which he witnessed firsthand at his Texas estate during Farewell Week in Colorado. Both humorous and proud, the story is a testament to Sanders’ fondness for his two-way star and his unwavering belief in Hunter’s potential.

Hunter was with Sanders at the Texas estate, where he appeared to be taking full advantage of the relaxed atmosphere, albeit in his own unique way. Sanders told reporters how he heard a familiar buzzing noise in the early morning hours. “I just saw him,” Sanders recalled, painting a picture of a young man enjoying the freedom of a four-wheeler on a Texas night. Sanders was half amused, half worried as Hunter zoomed across the property, the sound of the engine giving the impression of high speed. “You better not fall off that damn four-wheeler,” Sanders recalled thinking, joking that if something were to happen he would incur the ire of fans and critics alike.

In true Texas fashion, the property is sprawling and Hunter’s joy rides included hunting deer that scampered across the property. Sanders couldn’t help but shake his head with a mixture of amazement and mild concern as he watched Hunter race fearlessly across the country. “I’m not lying,” Sanders insisted, humorously adding that Hunter was later at a shooting range firing shots late into the night. Sanders joked about his mother’s likely reaction to the noise, although he was pretty sure she couldn’t hear him well enough to be disturbed.

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When Sanders woke up the next morning, he found that Hunter had already disappeared, but it wasn’t long before he saw him on television, making two appearances on ESPN’s College GameDay and FOX’s Big Noon Kickoff. Sanders’ pride was palpable as he watched Hunter, a key figure in Colorado’s resurgence, now represent the program in front of a national audience.

Colorado will soon face Texas Tech in Lubbock (4 p.m./TV: FOX), marking another important chapter in the Buffs’ season. With Hunter’s undeniable talent and Sanders’ passionate support, the Buffs are ready to take on the Red Raiders in hopes of continuing to make a splash both on and off the field.