Deion Sanders has always understood the importance of nurturing his players beyond the football field, and his recent support of Travis Hunter highlights that commitment. During practice ahead of Colorado’s bowl game,

Colorado secured what it said was record insurance coverage for quarterback Shedeur Sanders and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter as the star duo opted to complete their college careers in the Alamo Bowl rather than sit out and prepare for the NFL Draft.

Coach Prime and Rick George announced that Colorado players like Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter will be provided with insurance coverage for potential injury in the Alamo Bowl. Travis and Shedeur will more coverage than any college football players before them. pic.twitter.com/0SkxGQuZ3M

Head coach Deion Sanders has emphasized the importance of having every player available for Colorado's first bowl game since 2020. However, the decision to play carries significant risk for players like Travis Hunter and his son, Shedeur Sanders. Both are projected top NFL draft picks, with millions of dollars at stake in their future careers.

Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter and quarterback Shedeur Sanders financially are protected against potential injuries in Saturday's Alamo Bowl against BYU, according to Colorado coach Deion Sanders.

Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders will play for Colorado against BYU in the Alamo Bowl on Saturday, with the school taking out a "record" amount of injury insurance.