Will Others Follow Colorado’s Bold Move To Ensure College Stars Play in Bowl Games?

The team purchases disability policies for high-value athletes fearful of risking injuries during non-playoff games.

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Travis Hunter poses in Times Square with the Heisman Trophy after winning it as the outstanding player in college football December 14, 2024, at New York. Todd Van Emst/Heisman Trust via AP

Colorado University literally ensured its top two players would play in the Alamo Bowl on Saturday by purchasing disability insurance policies on quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way Heisman winner Travis Hunter. Just don’t expect that to become a trend.

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