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Oct 24, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; University of Colorado Buffaloes football players Shedeur Sanders (L) and Travis Hunter (R) watch during the third period between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter, Shedeur Sanders Praised In Final Pre-Draft Rankings

Ahead of the draft starting next Thursday, final position rankings and NFL big boards have been released. Colorado Buffaloes All-Americans Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders were ranked among the top players in the draft and at their positions.

Oct 24, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; University of Colorado Buffaloes football players Shedeur Sanders (L) and Travis Hunter (R) watch during the third period between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter, Shedeur Sanders Praised In Final Pre-Draft Rankings

Ahead of the draft starting next Thursday, final position rankings and NFL big boards have been released. Colorado Buffaloes All-Americans Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders were ranked among the top players in the draft and at their positions.

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Nov 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders Addresses Shedeur, Travis Hunter's Colorado Buffaloes Jersey Retirement Backlash

Ahead of Saturday's spring football game, Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders addressed the controversy surrounding Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter's jersey numbers being retired. Both are projected early first-round NFL Draft picks.

Travis Hunter Stars On Cover Of Sports Illustrated Magazine

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Travis Hunter Stars On Cover Of Sports Illustrated Magazine With Fishing, Football Love

Heisman Trophy winner and former Colorado Buffaloes superstar Travis Hunter will grace the cover of Sports Illustrated's May magazine. The NFL Draft Preview edition highlights the projected top-five pick's love for fishing and football.

Nov 23, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) jogs onto the field during the game against the Kansas Jayhawks at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes' Shedeur Sanders, Jared Goff Surprising NFL Comparison

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders was ranked 25th overall on a recent NFL draft big board, marking him as a selection worthy of a first-round draft pick. In addition to the ranking, Sanders was comped to Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff.

Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Stacey Dales interviews Colorado defensive back Travis Hunter (DB15) looks on during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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New York Giants GM: Travis Hunter Can Play Offense, Defense In NFL

Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter won the 2024 Heisman Trophy for being both an elite wide receiver and cornerback. Will Hunter play both sides of the ball at the next level? New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen gave his answer.

Sep 21, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) before the game against the Baylor Bears at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

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NFL Draft Star Travis Hunter Doubles Down On Playing Both Ways In Snickers Commercial

Colorado Buffaloes two-way star Travis Hunter recently appeared in a new Snickers commercial that plays directly into the question dominating conversation before the NFL Draft: Will he be allowed to play both ways in the NFL?

Sep 1, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes running back Phillip Lindsay (23) celebrates his touchdown carry with quarterback Steven Montez (12) in the first quarter at Sports Authority Field against the Colorado State Rams at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes Greats Sound Off On Shedeur Sanders And Travis Hunter's Number Retirement

Colorado Buffaloes greats Joel Klatt, Chad Brown, David Bakhtiari, Phillip Lindsay and others responded to the program retiring Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter's jersey numbers during Saturday's spring football game. "You don't erase history," one said.

Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Colorado defensive back Travis Hunter (DB15) looks on during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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NFL Draft Projection: Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter To Cleveland Browns Done Deal?

Colorado Buffaloes' cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter is projected to be one of the top picks in the 2025 NFL Draft. There are some mock drafts having Hunter picked as early as No. 2 overall by the Cleveland Browns.

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) with wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter Jersey Retirement Causes Controversy

The Colorado Buffaloes will retire the jersey numbers of quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way star Travis Hunter during Saturday’s annual Black and Gold Spring Game: So what's the problem?

Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) runs drills at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images

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NFL Analyst Calls Travis Hunter Best NFL Draft Prospect Since John Elway

Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway is thought by many as the greatest NFL draft prospect of all time when he came out of Stanford in the early 80s. A prominent NFL analyst thinks Colorado Buffaloes superstar Travis Hunter is the best prospect since then.

Oct 7, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) after defeating the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium, Home of the ASU Sun Devils.

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New York Giants, Shedeur Shanders: Last-Minute NFL Draft Private Workout

According to reports, the New York Giants are having a private workout with former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders a week before the first round of the NFL Draft. The Giants hold the No. 3 pick, so will they use it on Sanders?

Jan 14, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders laughs as he watches the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Denver Nuggets during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes' Shedeur Sanders To Skip NFL Draft Festivities in Green Bay

Former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders won't be one of the 17 NFL Draft prospects who attend the festivities in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Fellow projected first-round draft pick and Colorado teammate Travis Hunter will make the trip, however.

Jan 30, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; West quarterback Shedeur Sanders of Colorado (2) looks on from the sidelines during the first half against the East at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Shedeur Sanders Expected To Fall Out Of NFL Draft's Top-3 Picks?

Colorado Buffaloes' quarterback Shedeur Sanders has seen his draft stock rise and fall all offseason. A recent report says that the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants are both expected to pass on Sanders Sanders in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) with wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium.

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Shedeur Sanders', Travis Hunter's Jerseys To Be Retired At Colorado Buffaloes Spring Game

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders and wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter will have their respective jersey numbers of No. 2 and No. 12 retired. The ceremony will take place at Colorado's spring game this Saturday.

Sep 21, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) walks through Buff Walk before the game against the Baylor Bears at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

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Shedeur Sanders' Most Likely NFL Draft Landing Spots: New Team In The Lead?

Three teams are standing out as frontrunners for selecting former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the 2025 NFL Draft. Buy stock now on the Cleveland Browns, New York Giants and New Orleans Saints to use their first-round pick on Sanders.

The Party Animals surround Heisman trophy winner Travis Hunter after he tossed out the first pitch during the Savannah Bananas game on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Historic Grayson Stadium.

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Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter Turns Heads With Savannah Bananas, Throws First Pitch

The Colorado Buffaloes former two-way star Travis Hunter turned heads this week when he stole the show at a Savannah Bananas game, throwing out the first pitch and leading a dance routine set to Colorado coach Deion Sanders' theme music.

Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Colorado defensive back Travis Hunter (DB15) looks on during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Travis Hunter On Offense Or Defense? NFL Draft Evaluators Undecided

NFL evaluators and personnel, who attended the Colorado NFL Showcase, shared their thoughts about Travis Hunter's positional value. As usual, the bag of answers was varied and possible outcomes for Hunter and his role on the next level are wide ranging.

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) greets fans after defeating the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium.

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Shedeur Sanders, New Orleans Saints NFL Draft Speculation Rampant After Derek Carr Injury

A serious shoulder injury to quarterback Derek Carr has the New Orleans Saints in limbo. The franchise is now the odds-on favorite to land Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders. The Saints hold the No. 9 overall pick in the NFL Draft.

Sep 23, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) looks to throw during the second half against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes' Shedeur Sanders Compared To NFL Pro Bowl Quarterack Joe Burrow

Former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders, his accuracy, demeanor, and even physical attributes, has been compared to Cincinnati Bengals two-time Pro Bowl quarterback Joe Burrow. Burrow, who went No. 1 overall in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Dec 14, 2024; New York, NY, USA; From left, Heisman Trophy nominees Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel, Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter, Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty and Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward pose for a photo during a press conference before the 2024 Heisman Trophy Presentation.

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NFL Draft No. 1 Overall Pick Betting Odds: Tennessee Drafting Cam Ward, Travis Hunter?

With the 2025 NFL Draft approaching, what are the betting odds for who the Tennessee Titans will take with No. 1overall pick? Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward is the clear favorite, and Colorado Buffaloes star Travis Hunter is behind him.

Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Shedeur Sanders on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre.

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Colorado Buffaloes' Shedeur Sanders Reveals Opinion On Throwing Motion Controversy

While throwing at the Colorado Buffaloes' pro day, a number of current NFL players pointed out quarterback Shedeur Sanders' habit of patting the ball before throwing. The discussion came back to Sanders, and he shared his opinions before the NFL Draft.

Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) passes the ball at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images

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How Cleveland Browns Signing Joe Flacco Impacts Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft Outlook

Free agent quarterback Joe Flacco has reportedly signed a contract with the Cleveland Browns, who hold the second overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Does this move shrink Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders' chances of landing in Cleveland?

Jan 11, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks in the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens in an AFC wild card game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

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Shedeur Sanders Compares Deion Sanders To Pittsburgh Steelers' Mike Tomlin: NFL Draft Meetings

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders had a top-30 visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers. After the visit, Sanders compared Steelers' coach Mike Tomlin to Colorado coach Deion Sanders, saying they have the same principles.

Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders watches as his players go through drills at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders Turns Colorado Buffaloes Pro Day, Spring Game Into Media Spectacles

The Colorado Buffaloes and head coach Deion Sanders turned pro day into a full-blown spectacle with NFL scouts, cameras, and cinematic flair. With the spring game coming up, Sanders may have just revealed his bold blueprint for college football.

Nov 10, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) leaves the field after the Saints defeated the Atlanta Falcons at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

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Alvin Kamara At Colorado Buffaloes Practice, Shedeur Sanders Drafted To New Orleans Saints?

The Colorado Buffaloes had one of the best running backs in the NFL at their practice this week. New Orleans Saints' Alvin Kamara was seen at spring ball with coach Deion Sanders. Could there be a connection between Shedeur Sanders and the Saints?