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After Being Witness to Lionel Messi’s Historic Feat, Travis Hunter Takes Fiancée Leanna Lenee on a Romantic Getaway

Published 05/06/2024, 4:00 AM EDT

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Two-way football star Travis Hunter is gearing up for a highly anticipated entry into next year’s NFL draft. But until the college football season ramps up, Hunter is making the most of his downtime. The Colorado Buffaloes phenom and his fiancee, Leanna Lenee, are enjoying a well-deserved offseason break in Miami.

Lenee recently surprised Travis Hunter with tickets to an exciting soccer match where Messi shattered MLS records during Inter Miami’s win. She playfully captioned her social media post, “Teaching him the greatest sport in the world” as she introduced the NFL star to the soccer world. It looks like the couple is continuing their romantic Miami getaway, with Lenee sharing glimpses of their romantic evening.

Soccer date turns into romantic dinner for Travis Hunter

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Travis Hunter and his fiancee, Leanna Lenee, soaked in a historic night of soccer on Saturday. They were at the Chase stadium in Miami where Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to a thrilling 6-2 victory over the New York Red Bulls. Messi’s magic night included assists for Matias Rojas and his Barcelona buddy Luis Suarez, solidifying his place in the record books by breaking the MLS record for most goal contributions in a single match.

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Lenee, clearly excited by the atmosphere, shared clips on Instagram capturing the couple enjoying the electric game. It looks like the night didn’t end there as she hinted at a romantic getaway with Hunter by posting a picture of a dinner in South Beach, Miami, on her Instagram story. While details of the restaurant or photos of the couple aren’t evident, it’s clear this power couple is making the most of their offseason. 

Hunter gears up after pre-draft Gateway

As the offseason winds down slowly, Travis Hunter’s focus will likely shift towards his ambitious goal — the 2025 NFL Draft. The talented cornerback/wide receiver boasts an impressive track record, racking up 31 tackles on defense and 57 receptions on offense. He recently proved his continued dominance by excelling on both sides of the ball during the Buffs’ “Black and Gold” spring game, snagging four passes from quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

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Thus many across Boulder believed Hunter was a top prospect in the next year’s draft.  However, ESPN’s “super early” mock draft shattered the dream by placing him at number 11, potentially landing with the Seattle Seahawks. While it’s too soon for definitive predictions, this analysis highlights the rising attention on Hunter’s future. For now, all he can do is enjoy a well-deserved break with his fiancee before the hard work truly begins.

 

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Jenifer Martin is a college football writer for EssentiallySports. Her coverage is focused on the latest developments in college football, including the transfer portal phenomenon and its impact on team dynamics. Before joining ES, she was a part of a prominent media outlet as a fitness and sportainment writer.
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Jayant Chhabra