Colorado star Travis Hunter and his fiancée, Leanna Lenee, found themselves in an apparently awkward on-field exchange that was caught by television cameras after the Buffaloes’ dominant win over Oklahoma State on Friday. The moment came after an impressive 52-0 victory at Folsom Field, which marked the end of Colorado’s regular season.
Hunter, a standout two-way player and a leading Heisman Trophy candidate, attempted to share a celebratory hug with Lenee on the field. However, the brief exchange appeared uncomfortable, with Lenee seemingly turning away from Hunter after the attempted hug.
The scene ended with both of them pointing off-camera, adding to the confusion of the moment. Though the reason behind the awkward exchange remains unclear, it quickly became a talking point for fans and viewers who saw it live.
Despite the seemingly awkward moment, Hunter made sure to dispel any rumors of tension between the couple. The next day, he took to Instagram to post four photos of himself and Lenee, captioning them simply, “Queen,” followed by a crown emoji. The gesture made it clear that the couple remains strong and supportive of each other, regardless of any on-field misunderstandings.
Lenee, who got engaged to Hunter in February, was there to cheer on her fiancé in style. She sported a custom-made jacket with “He12man” printed on the back—a nod to Hunter’s jersey number and his campaign for the prestigious Heisman Trophy. Lenee has been a visible supporter of Hunter throughout the season, showing her pride and dedication to her fiancé as he aims for college football’s most coveted individual honor.
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The pair’s love story began back in their high school days at Collins Hill High School in Georgia. They have been together ever since, and they plan to tie the knot in May 2025, according to Sports Illustrated.
Their relationship has spanned Hunter’s entire collegiate career, which began at Jackson State University under head coach Deion Sanders. When Sanders took the head coaching position at Colorado, Hunter followed, continuing his football journey with the Buffaloes.
Hunter put on another incredible performance in Colorado’s shutout victory over Oklahoma State, making his case even stronger for the Heisman Trophy. He finished the game with 10 catches for 116 yards and three touchdowns on offense.
On the defensive side of the ball, Hunter contributed with two passes defended, one tackle, and an interception—showcasing his incredible versatility and talent on both sides of the field. His all-around performance has solidified him as one of the top players in the country and a likely top pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Since transferring to Colorado, Hunter has continued to shine under Coach Deion Sanders. Across the last two seasons, Hunter has compiled 149 catches for 1,873 receiving yards and 19 touchdowns while also being a significant contributor on defense.
His ability to excel in multiple roles has made him one of the most exciting players to watch in college football.
After Friday’s game, Sanders spoke highly of Hunter’s abilities, leaving no doubt about where he stands regarding his player’s Heisman credentials. “He’s the best player in college football,” Sanders told reporters postgame. “You can find ways to hate, criticize, and condemn him, and you won’t come out of that looking professional. Travis Hunter proved today, and he’s proved every week, that he is the best player in college football.”
Despite Colorado finishing with a solid 9-3 record in Sanders’ second season as head coach, the team fell short of qualifying for the Big 12 Championship Game. Instead, Arizona State and Iowa State will face off in the conference title matchup, while the Buffaloes now await word on which bowl game they will be playing in.
Sanders has made it clear that Colorado’s top players—including Travis Hunter and his son, star quarterback Shedeur Sanders—intend to participate in their upcoming bowl game.
Sanders emphasized his belief in seeing commitments through, noting that the players will not be opting out of the postseason.
“Our kids are going to play in our bowl game because that’s what we signed up to do,” Sanders told reporters, according to the Associated Press. “We’re going to finish. We’re not going to tap out because that throws off the structure of next season.”
With the bowl season approaching, all eyes will be on Colorado and Travis Hunter as they look to end their season on a high note. Hunter’s incredible talent, combined with his resilience on and off the field, continues to captivate fans and analysts alike.
Despite the brief awkward moment with his fiancée, it’s clear that both Hunter’s personal and professional lives are flourishing, and he remains focused on leading his team to victory in the weeks ahead.
