Colorado Buffaloes cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter is one of four finalists for the 2024 Heisman Trophy, joined by Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, Miami quarterback Cam Ward and Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel.
Ahead of the Heisman Trophy ceremony on Saturday night, Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain has endorsed Hunter’s candidacy.
“I just think he’s very unique, the type of player he is,” Surtain said after Wednesday’s practice. “I mean, his body of work speaks for itself. Him coming in and doing the things that he’s done is something that we’ve never seen before, honestly. And I’m excited for his future.”
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Hunter totaled 92 receptions for 1,152 yards and 15 total touchdowns this fall while adding 32 tackles, four interceptions and seven pass breakups. Can he continue to play both ways in the NFL?
“I believe he can do whatever he puts his mind to,” Surtain said. “Obviously, he’s shown it at the collegiate [level]. … I think he can definitely play both ways if he puts his mind to it, for sure.”
This year’s Heisman Trophy winner will be announced on ESPN at 6 p.m. MT on Saturday, Dec. 14.
