In a move that defied the typical script of NFL stardom, Jacksonville Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter turned down a luxury Rolex gifted by his fiancée — and in doing so, ignited a wave of both admiration and speculation.
Hunter, the No. 2 overall pick in this year’s NFL Draft, made headlines not for his on-field performance, but for his reaction to a $30,000 Rolex Day-Date watch given to him by his partner, Leanna Lenee. The moment, captured in a now-viral social media video, shows Hunter visibly caught off guard by the watch’s value. His blunt response: “Y’all tripping. Don’t expect these types of gifts from me. That ain’t happening, my boy.”
Hunter’s stance — rejecting what many would consider a dream gift — quickly won praise from fans. Known for his humility, the former Colorado standout has previously stated he doesn’t care for flashy jewelry or the stereotypical NFL lifestyle of parties and excess. His reaction to the Rolex only reinforced his grounded image, with many fans calling him a “role model” for prioritizing substance over style.
But the moment also opened the door to a new line of questions — not about Hunter, but about Lenee. Viewers across social platforms were quick to ask: How is she able to afford a $30,000 gift?
While Lenee has shared glimpses of her life with Hunter online, there’s little public information available about her career or income. That absence has only fueled online speculation, with the question “What does Leanna Lenee do for a living?” trending shortly after the video gained traction.
During the draft, Lenee was prominently seen by Hunter’s side, along with his mother, Ferrante. The couple has faced intense public scrutiny before, with their relationship often in the spotlight as much as — if not more than — Hunter’s athletic achievements. Hunter, who won the Heisman Trophy at Colorado, now begins his professional career in Jacksonville under a brighter spotlight than ever.
The contrast between Hunter’s no-frills attitude and Lenee’s lavish gesture didn’t go unnoticed. To some, it seemed at odds with his public persona — a man uninterested in luxury, now navigating a high-profile relationship under the microscope.
Hunter, however, appears unfazed, keeping his focus on football and letting his performance — not possessions — define his NFL legacy. But as the Jaguars’ newest star settles into his rookie season, public interest in the lives behind the locker room doors shows no signs of slowing.
