Travis Hunter live stats: Colorado vs. Kansas State score, updates, highlights from 2024 college football game | Sporting News

One of college football’s brightest stars will be back on the field for a prime-time matchup Saturday night.

As Colorado prepares to face its first ranked opponent of the 2024 season in No. 18 Kansas State, two-way star Travis Hunter will be looking to make a statement on a big stage. Projected to be one of the NFL’s top prospects come April — potentially even the No. 1 selection — Hunter has put together a Heisman Trophy case through five games.

On the offensive side of the ball, Hunter is tied for third in college football in receptions (46) and ranks ninth in receiving yards (561) while scoring six touchdowns. Those kind of numbers would already make him one of the top players in the country — and then you remember that he also plays cornerback.

Defensively, Hunter has 15 tackles, two interceptions and a forced fumble this season. The Buffaloes are 4-1 so far, including wins in each of their last three games, and Hunter’s been at the center of all the action.

In a thrilling win over Baylor just weeks ago, Hunter forced a massive fumble in overtime just as the Bears were about to break the plane into the end zone. The wide receiver/cornerback hybrid has a flair for the big moments — as does his quarterback, Shedeur Sanders, and the rest of Deion Sanders’ squad — and he’s become arguably the most exciting player to watch in college football.

Colorado will be lining up against Kansas State, which is 4-1 this season. Its only loss came to BYU, but the Wildcats have also taken down two opponents ranked No. 20 at the time of their matchup; in Week 3, they beat Arizona 31-7, and last week, they beat Oklahoma State 42-20.

Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson has posted 879 passing yards and nine touchdowns against four interceptions this season, while running back DJ Giddens has led the way for the Wildcats with 604 rushing yards and three total touchdowns. Kansas State will present a tough challenge for the Buffaloes on Saturday, even on their home turf.

The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Colorado vs. Kansas State on Saturday, including Hunter’s stats throughout the contest. Follow along with the action below.

MORE: Travis Hunter goes No. 1 in updated 2025 NFL Mock Draft

Colorado vs. Kansas State score

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Colorado vs. Kansas State live updates, highlights from Week 7 college football matchup

All times ET

10:55 p.m. — Avery Johnson is sacked on first down, but he responds with a 12-yard completion to Edwards on 3rd & 16. Kansas State is going for it on fourth down at the Colorado eight-yard line.

10:51 p.m. — Make it four carries for 38 yards for Giddens, who runs for 20 yards on 3rd & 3.

10:48 p.m. — The offense has picked up on both sides, as Johnson completes a pass to Dylan Edwards for nine yards, then running back DJ Giddens picks up 14 yards to enter Colorado territory.

Colorado 7, Kansas State 0

10:42 p.m. TOUCHDOWN — Colorado gets on the board first. Sanders hits Wester on 3rd & 8, and the receiver puts a move on for a 25-yard score. The Buffaloes take a 7-0 lead at home.

10:39 p.m. — Sanders’ pass on third down is incomplete, but the Buffaloes go for it on 4th & 7 at the Kansas State 35-yard line. They convert with an eight-yard pass to LaJohntay Wester.

10:37 p.m. — Shedeur Sanders begins Colorado’s second drive with a nine-yard completion to Dallan Hayden.

10:33 p.m. — Avery Johnson is called for intentional grounding on 3rd & 8, and both sides punt on their first drives. 

10:29 p.m. — The Buffaloes go three-and-out to begin this matchup. For those looking to watch on ESPN, Florida vs. Tennessee will wrap up on the channel first, and Kansas State vs. Colorado will be live on ESPNEWS to start. 

10:27 p.m. — Colorado will receive the opening kickoff.

10:24 p.m. — With kickoff in just a few minutes, here’s a look at the Buffaloes’ uniforms tonight:

10:22 p.m. — With the final minutes of Florida vs. Tennessee still on ESPN, the broadcast says that Kansas State vs. Colorado is expected to kick off at 10:25 p.m. 

9:58 p.m. — Kickoff is approaching. Here’s some looks at Kansas State warming up for this high-profile game:

9:12 p.m. — Travis Hunter was out signing some autographs for Colorado fans ahead of tonight’s matchup:

Colorado vs. Kansas State start time

• Date: Saturday, Oct. 12
• Time: 10:15 p.m. ET

The Buffaloes and Wildcats will kickoff on Saturday at 10:15 p.m. ET. The game will be played at Folsom Field in Colorado.

MORE: Where Travis Hunter ranks in the 2024 Heisman Trophy odds 

What channel is Colorado vs. Kansas State on today?

• TV channel: ESPN
• Live stream: Fubo

Colorado vs. Kansas State will air nationally on ESPN. Fans looking to stream the game can turn to Fubo, which offers a free trial to new users. 

Colorado schedule 2024

Below is a look at Colorado’s next five games after Saturday’s matchup.

Kansas State schedule 2024

Following their game against the Buffaloes, here’s a look at the Wildcats’ upcoming schedule.