Travis Hunter is not your average NFL Draft prospect. The former five-star recruit once shook the college football world by flipping his commitment from Florida State to Jackson State, only to follow Deion Sanders once again, this time to Colorado. Now, he finds himself at the center of another debate: What position should he play in the NFL?
Hunter became a legend at the collegiate level not only because of his stats but because of how relentlessly he played both offense and defense. During his standout junior season in 2024, he astonishingly racked up 1,443 snaps over just 12 games-an achievement few players can even imagine, let alone achieve.
Unreal! Travis Hunter is going to destroy the NFL as a two/way player
His versatility is unmatched: As a cornerback, Hunter deflected 11 passes, forced two fumbles, and intercepted opposing quarterbacks at critical moments. Meanwhile, on the other side of the ball, his ability to catch, run routes, and make crucial plays turned heads consistently throughout the season. Many scouts believe such dual-threat talent hasn’t been seen in decades.
Yet, NFL franchises are divided on how to utilize Hunter’s rare talent at the professional level. The Tennessee Titans and Cleveland Browns, both possessing top-two draft picks, have expressed vastly differing views.
Titans head coach Brian Callahan and general manager Mike Borgonzi have suggested Hunter’s future lies strictly as a shutdown cornerback. Given his extraordinary coverage skills, impressive athleticism, and ball-hawking instincts, it seems a logical fit.
However, Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry holds a different opinion altogether. Berry called Hunter a “unicorn” but emphasized his potential as a primary wide receiver, hinting that his game-changing potential on offense is simply too valuable to overlook.
Hunter gave his opinion on the debate
Interestingly, Hunter himself has openly expressed his desire to remain a dual-threat player in the NFL, something almost unheard of in the modern league due to physical demands and specialized skill sets. NFL analysts are skeptical, noting the drastic leap from college-level talent to professional competition.
As April inches closer, tension continues to build. Hunter’s rare dual-threat capabilities may be precisely what sets him apart-or ironically, what complicates his draft stock.
When draft night arrives, the franchise calling Hunter’s name will face one critical, looming decision: cornerback, wide receiver-or something truly unprecedented?
