Travis Hunter NFL Draft scouting report, pro comparison: Colorado star capable of playing WR, CB at next level

We all know Colorado’s Travis Hunter is extraordinarily talented and a lock to be one of the first picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, and as his likely Heisman-winning season has progressed, he made it abundantly clear that he’s spectacular both as a receiver and cornerback.

It’s genuinely been the most dazzling two-way season we’ve witnessed at the collegiate level since Charles Woodson at Michigan in 1997 or Champ Bailey at Georgia the following year. 

And because of Hunter’s supreme traits, being spectacular at receiver and cornerback tracks. His level of conditioning is the most mind-blowing. Before Colorado’s bowl game, Hunter has played a gargantuan 1,443 snaps for the Buffaloes this season. The word “incredible” doesn’t even do that justice. 

I went into this season with the idea to ultimately come to a conclusion on Hunter’s best position in the NFL. And each and every game, he made quality plays at both positions and seemingly never tired. 

So, instead of picking one, let’s just bask in the glory of Hunter’s abilities at both positions. 

Cornerback 

During the 2024 regular season, Hunter had 38 throws made into his target area and allowed 22 receptions for a minuscule 205 yards with four interceptions and 11 pass breakups. That advanced stat line is borderline unfathomable. 

Outside of that coverage stinginess, which includes a mere 91 yards after the catch surrendered, Hunter has been a force as a tackler with 12 stops — which are tackles that constitute a “loss” for the offense based on down and distance. That figure is tied for most among all cornerbacks in the nation. However, he did miss six tackles during the regular season. 

Check these two tackles for loss against Nebraska and Baylor, respectively. Both begin…

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Author : Chris Trapasso

Publish date : 2025-01-08 20:56:00

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