Overview
- Travis Hunter, Colorado's two-way football star and 2024 Heisman Trophy winner, and his fiancée Leanna Lenee have both deactivated their Instagram accounts following online backlash.
- Criticism of Lenee began after videos surfaced of her behavior at the Heisman ceremony, including hesitation to stand and applaud Hunter's win, which she later addressed on TikTok.
- Hunter defended Lenee on a Twitch live stream, revealing the toll the public scrutiny has taken on their relationship and her emotional well-being.
- Teammate Shedeur Sanders publicly criticized the online commentary, accusing critics of seeking attention rather than genuinely engaging with Hunter.
- The couple's relationship has been under increased scrutiny as Hunter prepares for the upcoming Alamo Bowl and is projected to be a top pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.