Boise State head coach Spencer Danielson responded to Deion Sanders’ recent comments about Heisman Trophy standards, indirectly addressing Sanders' praise for Colorado's two-way star, Travis Hunter. Sanders has called Hunter “the greatest player in the nation” multiple times,

Days after Colorado head coach Deion Sanders declared the race over, crowning Travis Hunter the award winner, Boise State head coach Spencer Danielson had a different idea. “Absolutely not,” when asked by a reporter during a press conference if the Heisman race was over.

However, some still do not believe Hunter deserves the award. At a Monday press conference, Boise State head coach Spencer Danielson argued that if you are one of the best players in the country, you should be playing in your conference championship game.