As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, Colorado’s two-way sensation Travis Hunter is not only climbing draft boards – he’s sending a message to teams about exactly how he wants to be used in the pros.
For the Tennessee Titans, who hold the No. 1 overall pick, his words may be too compelling to ignore.
The 2024 Heisman Trophy winner dazzled for the Colorado Buffaloes with jaw-dropping versatility, posting 96 receptions for 1,258 yards and 16 total touchdowns on offense while adding 36 tackles, four interceptions, and 11 pass breakups on defense.
Few players have commanded attention on both sides of the ball the way Hunter did – and he has no plans to slow down in the NFL.
When asked during an appearance on SiriusXM NFL Radio how many snaps he’d like to play at the next level, Hunter didn’t mince words.
“All of them if they gave me the chance and the opportunity to do it,” Hunter confidently said. “[I want to play] both. Just like you saw me play [in college].”
While some NFL evaluators believe Hunter will eventually need to focus on either wide receiver or cornerback, the 21-year-old clearly has different plans – and he’s not shy about letting teams know.
In fact, Hunter isn’t just hoping to be a top pick. He’s aiming to be drafted No.1 overall.
“I’m ready to get to my next destination,” Hunter said on NFL Network’s “First Draft.” “Hopefully I get to be the first person off the board.”
With just weeks remaining until draft night, Hunter’s stock has surged.
While the Tennessee Titans will most likely draft Miami quarterback Cam Ward with the top overall selection, reports have linked Hunter closely to the Cleveland Browns, who hold the second pick.
Hunter’s Colorado teammate, quarterback Shedeur Sanders, is also in consideration for Cleveland – as is Penn State star pass-rusher Abdul Carter.
However, it’s looking like the Browns may very well take Hunter with the No. 2 pick. (Which would surely upset Mike Vrabel and the New England Patriots who would love the Heisman winner at No. 4.)
The 2025 NFL Draft kicks off on Thursday, April 24, at 8pm EST, and all eyes will be on where Hunter lands – and whether any team is willing to take the historic step of letting him play on both sides of the ball.
What are your thoughts on Hunter as a prospect? … Is the idea of him playing consistently on both sides unrealistic?
At the end of the day, who do you think will draft him???
