There’s no lingering animosity between Travis Hunter and Henry Blackburn as the star players recently met and put their differences aside. Less than two weeks after the controversial hit in the Colorado vs. Colorado State game caused outrage among fans, the two college football stars came together and shared a bro-hug, capturing the moment on camera.
Key Takeaway
Following a controversial hit during the Colorado vs. Colorado State game, Travis Hunter and Henry Blackburn have put their differences aside through a public reconciliation. Despite receiving criticism and death threats, Blackburn has received forgiveness from both Hunter and Coach Prime.
Controversial Hit Stirs Emotions
During the September 16th game, Henry Blackburn delivered a late and, in the minds of many fans, dirty hit on Travis Hunter, who is widely regarded as one of the most talented players in the country. While Blackburn was not penalized for targeting, he did receive a penalty for the hit.
The impact of Blackburn’s hit caused Hunter, a receiver/cornerback for the Buffaloes, to suffer a lacerated liver, forcing him to miss playing time. Despite the injury, Hunter’s team managed to secure a thrilling double-overtime victory with a score of 43-35.
Reconciliation Amid Controversy
Following the incident, Blackburn faced significant backlash, including death threats that prompted university police to launch an investigation. However, despite the public outrage, signs of reconciliation emerged almost immediately.
Even Coach Prime, Deion Sanders, spoke out in defense of Blackburn, urging fans to leave him alone. Sanders stated, “Travis Hunter has forgiven him. Let’s move on. That kid does not deserve that.”
Hunter himself echoed this sentiment, acknowledging that football is a physical sport where such hits can occur. He expressed forgiveness towards Blackburn, saying, “It’s football at the end of the day. Stuff like that gonna happen. He did what he was supposed to do. It’s football.”
Putting Differences Aside
The recent meeting between Hunter and Blackburn confirms that there is no animosity between them. The bro-hug captured on film portrays a genuine moment of reconciliation, signaling that they have moved past the incident.
Travis Hunter is expected to return to the field in the coming weeks, ready to resume his impressive football career.
