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Photo Reveals Shedeur Sanders Attended Travis Hunter's Star-Studded Wedding

Hunter's former Jackson State and Colorado teammate was present at his wedding to Leanna.

Kyle T. Mosley

Jul 21, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shadeur Sanders (left) and receiver Travis Hunter during Pac-12 Media Day at Resorts World Las Vegas. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Jul 21, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shadeur Sanders (left) and receiver Travis Hunter during Pac-12 Media Day at Resorts World Las Vegas. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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The mystery is solved! Shedeur Sanders did attend the wedding of Travis Hunter and Leanna De La Fuentes, and we have visual proof. A photo of the former Jackson State quarterback, now with the Cleveland Browns, dressed in casual athletic attire and a former Colorado teammate has been circling social media, posted by BuffBoy on X.com.

Shedeur Sanders and Colorado teammate at Travis Hunter's wedding.
Shedeur Sanders and Colorado teammate at Travis Hunter's wedding. / Credit; BuffBoy on X.com

It was a black Givova Automobili Lamborghini track suit with a white t-shirt underneath and sporting his father's Air Diamond Turf Proto '92 'Atlanta Falcons' colorway of white and black accented with red and gold sneakers. He didn't have his Legendary diamond crusted chain, but wore two diamond chains.  

Coach Prime, Deion Sanders, did not attend. Deion "Bucky" Sanders Jr. was at the wedding and reception supporting the Hunters' nuptials and celebration.

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Travis Hunter's Epic Journey: From Heisman Hopeful to NFL Star & Married Man!

Over the past year, especially, the previous few weeks, Travis Hunter has had an intriguing life as an iconic sports figure.

Check out his impressive whirlwind timeline:

  • Dec. 14: Wins the Heisman Trophy
  • April 19: Colorado Jersey Retired  
  • April 26: Drafted by the NFL  
  • May 13: Graduated from Colorado  
  • May 24: Married Leanna De La Fuentes
  • _________: Sign Rookie Contract
  • _________: Start First NFL Game
Travis Hunter - Drafted By Jacksonville
Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter is selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars as the number two pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The rookie cornerback and wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars had a great three seasons in college football. From the moment he flipped his commitment from Florida State to Jackson State, he was molded by Coach Prime, led the NCAA in snap counts on the field, took home the Heisman Trophy, and get drafted as the No. 2 pick in the NFL Draft. Hunter has been on an epic journey.

People are anticipating his impact on Jacksonville, the franchise, and the city whose fans have been longing for a superstar of Hunter's magnitude. One characteristic of Travis is that he is a very humble yet extremely confident athlete.

We look forward to his performance on the football field in Duval! Congratulations to The Hunters on their nuptials.

TRAVIS AND LEANNA WED

HBCU football icon and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter married his fiancé, Leanna De La Fuente, in a private service on Saturday afternoon in Athens, Tennessee. The couple met in 2022 and were engaged in February 2024 during his time with the Colorado Buffaloes.    

Among the wedding guests was rap star Lil Wayne, along side his family and friends, according to Colorado reporter Jeff Hauser. BarberG gave him a fresh haircut before Hunter wore an all-white tuxedo.

The Hunters
The Hunters / Credit: Overtime

From the initial videos and photos, it isn't easy to see if his former coach, Deion Sanders, and friend, Shedeur Sanders, attended the nuptials.

Hunter unveiled and gifted his bride a black Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 Brabus 800 at the reception.

After three years of college, Travis Hunter graduated from the University of Colorado with honors. Lenee finished her undergraduate studies in two years at Kennesaw State University in 2022.

Travis and Leanna share their adventures as a couple on a YouTube channel and perform dance moves on TikTok.

Travis Hunter
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) walks to his lane during the first organized team activity at Miller Electric Center Monday, May 19, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla. / Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Hunter as the No. 2 overall draft pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft in April. After getting reps at the Jaguars rookie minicamp, he will play the cornerback and wide receiver positions this season.

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I am Kyle T. Mosley, the Founder, Managing Editor, and Chief Reporter for the HBCU Legends, Saints News Network, and Pelicans Scoop on FanNation a Sports Illustrated team channel since October 2019.  Morehouse Alum, McDonogh #35 Roneagles (NOLA), Drum Major of the Tenacious Four.  My Father, Mother, Grandmother, Aunts and Uncles were HBCU graduates! Host of "Blow the Whistle" HBCU Legends, "The Quad" with Coach Steward, and "Bayou Blitz" Podcasts. Radio/Media Appearances:  WWL AM/FM Radio in New Orleans (Mike Detillier/Bobby Hebert),  KCOH AM 1230 in Houston (Ralph Cooper), WBOK AM in New Orleans (Reggie Flood/Ro Brown), and 103.7FM "The Game" (Jordy Hultberg/Clint Domingue), College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt), Jeff Lightsly Show, and Offscript TV on YouTube. Television Appearance: Fox26 in Houston on The Isiah Carey Factor, College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt). My Notable Interviews:  Byron Allen (Media Mogul), Deion Sanders (Jackson State University, Head Coach), Tomekia Reed (Jackson State Lady Tigers Basketball Coach), Taylor Rooks (NBA Reporter), Swin Cash (VP of Basketball - New Orlean Pelicans), Demario and Tamala Davis (NFL Player), Jerry Rice (Hall of Famer), Doug Williams (HBCU & NFL Legend), Emmitt Smith (Hall of Famer), James "Shack" Harris (HBCU & NFL Legend), Cris Carter (Hall of Famer), Solomon Wilcots (SiriusXM NFL Host), Steve Wyche (NFL Network), Jim Trotter (NFL Network), Travis Williams (Founder of HBCU All-Stars, LLC), Malcolm Jenkins (NFL Player), Cam Jordan (NFL), Demario Davis (NFL), Allan Houston (NBA All-Star), Drew Brees (Former NFL QB), Deuce McAllister (Former NFL RB), Willie Roaf (NFL Hall of Fame), Jim Everett (Former NFL Player), Quinn Early (Former NFL Player), Dr. Reef (NFL Players' Trainer Specialist), Nataria Holloway (VP of the NFL). I am building a new team of journalists, podcasters, videographers, and interns.  For media requests, interviews, or interest in joining HBCU Legends, please contact me at [email protected]. Follow me:

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