Travis Shelton

Travis Shelton (born April 23, 1985) is an American former professional football wide receiver and professional boxer who played college football for the Temple Owls and was signed by the Denver Broncos of the National Football League (NFL). Shelton also played for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League (CFL) in 2010.

Early life Shelton attended South Plantation High School in Plantation, Florida. In addition to football, in which he played as a wide receiver, running back, kick returner, and punt returner, Shelton also competed in track and field, placing eighth nationally in the 60-meter dash.

College career In his freshman season, Shelton played in seven games for the Temple Owls, recording his first career touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons. He also competed for the track and field team.

Professional career Denver Broncos After going unselected in the 2009 NFL draft, Shelton signed with the Denver Broncos.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers On April 20, 2010, Shelton signed as a free agent with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League.

Hartford Colonials On August 3, 2010, Shelton signed as a free agent with the Hartford Colonials of the United Football League.

Boxing Shelton began a professional boxing career in 2013.

Personal life Shelton is the first cousin of both NFL wide receiver Devin Hester and NFL linebacker Andra Davis.