Travis Hunter breaks down in tears during Heisman Trophy speech as he sends message to father who missed ceremony
In an emotional Heisman Trophy speech, Travis Hunter Jr. was unable to contain his tears.
On Saturday night in New York, the Colorado Buffaloes star won the prized honor.
For Deion Sanders’ team, the 21-year-old has been outstanding on both offense and defense.
And he took the stage to accept his trophy on Saturday night in New York.
When Hunter’s feelings overcame him, he gave a shout-out to his father, Travis Hunter Sr.
After saying, “I want to say something to my father,” the defensive back and receiver started crying.
Most read in American Football
Travis Hunter sends clear Deion Sanders message amid Cowboys head coach links
Sanders sends clear message to Belichick after icon takes college football job
“I know you’re watching on TV, but he’s not here and couldn’t make it.
“I adore you, Dad. After everything you’ve been through, man, take a look at your oldest son. Man, I did it for you.
“All the times you came to see my games, or the times you didn’t get to see me,” Hunter went on.
“I went from possibly missing two high school games to seeing me on TV every weekend and seeing me.
“I find that to be really meaningful.
“Believe me, I have you covered. I know you wanted to be here but you can’t. I’m going home with the prize. I cherish you.
Hunter chose to watch the event from his home in Boynton Beach, Florida, according to The Palm Beach Post.
In connection with his arrest in September of last year, he was given a 90-day term at the Palm Beach County West Detention Center.
For Travis Sr., “I don’t want to go,” The Palm Beach Post reported.
“When he gets married and gets drafted, I want to be there. I’ll be watching this from home.
Hunter won the honor ahead of Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel, Miami (Fla.) quarterback Cam Ward, and Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty.
During his address, he also made a humorous revelation by praising rapper Lil Wayne.
“Wayne, you don’t know how you came into our life, man,” Hunter responded.
“You are loved by my fiancé, Leanna Lenee. I don’t listen to music, so I didn’t know any of your songs until she told me.
Read More on The US Sun
Anna Duggar appears solemn as she’s seen for first time in years in Arkansas
Travis Kelce ‘spoils Taylor Swift on her 35th birthday with $175k in lux gifts’
“She informed me. “You have to listen to this,” she said. Listen to Wayne’s songs if you don’t already.
“And from that day on, that’s all I listened to.”
Note: Every piece of content is rigorously reviewed by our team of experienced writers and editors to ensure its accuracy. Our writers use credible sources and adhere to strict fact-checking protocols to verify all claims and data before publication. If an error is identified, we promptly correct it and strive for transparency in all updates, feel free to reach out to us via email. We appreciate your trust and support!