Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter is the first two-way player to claim the award since Charles Woodson. This notable achievement highlights his exceptional versatility and talent on the field. When asked about the most intense game of his college career, Hunter quickly identified the 2023 season opener against TCU at Amon G. Carter Stadium as the most intense game he has played. What happened in the game? Let’s find out.
The Unforgettable Showdown
On September 2, 2023, in a packed stadium, the Buffaloes, massive underdogs, locked horns with the No. 17 TCU Horned Frogs. Hunter declared his arrival as a two-way phenom. The game was intense, with Hunter proving something the college football world couldn’t forget.
During the game, he played 145 snaps, doing double duty as both a defensive player (cornerback) and an offensive player (wide receiver). For Hunter, the game was personal. After the game, FanDuel posted on their X account, “Travis Hunter might’ve played one of the GREATEST football games we’ve ever seen yesterday.”
Travis Hunter might’ve played one of the GREATEST football games we’ve ever seen yesterday 🤯
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— FanDuel (@FanDuel) September 3, 2023
That Stadium Was Rocking!
Hunter also remembered his game against Nebraska. Responding to the question about his most challenging game, he said, “I ain’t gonna lie, my answer is definitely Nebraska away. That stadium was rocking. That was the hardest game because of the stadium. That stadium was crazy.”
He added, “That was, like, overall, the toughest stadium to play in. We tried to talk, and we couldn’t hear anything. They made that difficult, and it had to be the toughest cause they’re out there playing and like, yeah.”
A Glimpse Of The Star Man
Hunter’s standout game against TCU was just a glimpse of his remarkable abilities. During his Heisman-winning 2024 season, he played a record-breaking 1,443 snaps, dominating offense and defense.
He hauled 92 passes for 1,152 yards and 14 touchdowns as a receiver. He was nearly unbeatable on defense, snagging four interceptions and deflecting 15 passes. Hunter’s versatility and workload redefined the possibilities for college football players.
A Legacy From That Day
The 45–42 upset win over the TCU Horned Frogs was not just Hunter’s most intense game but a turning point for him and his team.
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With what they achieved in 2023, the team moved on to perform well in 2024 with a 9-3 campaign, where they tied for the Big 12 lead. The legacy Hunter built with the team proved they could defeat formidable opponents and win under Sanders.
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