Too often we hear about interactions on planes that… don’t go so well. So it was heartwarming to hear of a recent interaction between NFL (and former University of Colorado) star Travis Hunter and his seatmate on United Airlines. Hunter was flying back from attending his college graduation at the University of Colorado before participating in Jacksonville’s rookie minicamp. He was drafted #2 overall by Jacksonville – I am guessing he was flying on the direct Denver to Jacksonville flight.
His seatmate posted the following on what appears to be Facebook –
“I had the most wonderful flight home from Denver. I met the nicest young man who sat next to me. He offered to put my bag in the overhead compartment and helped me with my tray. He was always polite, saying ‘yes ma’am’ or ‘no ma’am.’ Anyone would be proud to have him as a son or grandson—so polite.”
“People walking by were saying congratulations, great job, or even taking pictures,” Combs added. “I turned and asked him, ‘Who am I sitting next to?’ I looked at his Jaguar pants, smiled, and asked, ‘Are you an athlete?’ He smiled and said, ‘I’m Travis. Yes, I was drafted by the Jags.’ I already told my sons I want his jersey. He’s so humble and down-to-earth—I would have never guessed he was a professional athlete. JACKSONVILLE JAGS, you did good! I will be buying tickets. United Airlines, thank you for my seat assignment!”
The Bottom Line
Jacksonville Jaguars star Travis Hunter was flying on United Airlines and truly impressed his seatmate with his attitude. It’s refreshing to hear this experience, especially given the things we USUALLY hear about people flying on planes.
(H/T: Reddit)
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