Travis Hunter, the multi-talented star player for the Colorado Buffaloes, endured a harrowing ordeal during the September 16th matchup with the Colorado State Rams. It all unfolded in the first quarter when Blackburn, a CSU player, delivered a bone-jarring hit on Hunter after the whistle had blown on a deep pass intended for the Buffaloes’ receiver. Little did anyone know at the time, but this incident would have far-reaching consequences.
Hunter Sustains A Serious Injury
Following the hit, Hunter was rushed to the hospital for immediate medical attention. It was there that the full extent of his injuries came to light, revealing a lacerated liver that would sideline him for a painful and frustrating three weeks. Such a setback had the potential to severely impact the Buffaloes’ season.
UC Boulder WR Travis Hunter suffered a lacerated liver from this late hit by Colorado State safety and captain Henry Blackburn. Henry Blackburn is now receiving death threats. pic.twitter.com/g4pjcIa7BD
— Joshua Rodriguez (@Joshuajered) September 19, 2023
While the incident itself was distressing, it was compounded by the fact that Blackburn, the player responsible for the hit, was merely flagged for the infraction. Shockingly, he was not ejected from the game, leaving many fans and observers puzzled and frustrated by what seemed like a missed opportunity for a strong statement against dangerous play.
The aftermath of the game took an even darker turn when CSU’s coach, Jay Norvell, disclosed that the senior safety, Blackburn, and his family had received death threats. This revelation sent shockwaves through the sports community, prompting widespread condemnation and calls for action to address the toxic behavior that had emerged.
Coach Prime Speaks Out Against Death Threats
In response to these reprehensible threats, Colorado’s head coach, Deion Sanders, took a stand in a subsequent news conference. He not only vehemently denounced the threats but also implored fans to put an end to such abhorrent actions. Sanders’ words carried weight as he called for unity, respect, and the preservation of the true spirit of the game.
Excellent perspective from Coach Prime regarding the Blackburn hit on Travis Hunter. #ColoradoBuffs #collegefootball
— The Sports Daily (@sportsdailytsd) September 19, 2023
Hunter And Blackburn Put To Rest Any Issue
With Blackburn receiving death threats, Hunter felt it wasn’t enough to just tell fans that he was over it and that there was no ill will. He met up with Blackburn and the two shook hands and hugged to set an excellent example that this is just a game, and it was just one play.
Great to see: Colorado’s Travis Hunter and Colorado State’s Henry Blackburn met and and hung out to show fans they’re good after Blackburn received death threats from people following his hit on Hunter 👏
Hopefully this stops the death threats to Blackburn and his family, that… https://t.co/uGQJ7nmBoI pic.twitter.com/e7n3KVP9Dc
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) September 28, 2023
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