Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter is an anomaly in scouting. The unique ability he possesses is a big reason why he was listed as the number one overall player available for the entire 2025 NFL draft class in a new ranking.
is an anomaly in scouting. There has never been a prospect such as this. Not only did Hunter start on both sides of the ball at the power four level, but he was also dominant at both and was named an All-American at both.
Hunter, theanalyst and commentator Jordan Reid released his revised top-50 draft board and Travis Hunter was listed as the number one overall player available for the entire 2025 NFL draft class. Hunter’s positional value is still a contentious subject, but it’s a great “problem” to have if you’re Hunter.“Hunter's combination of natural instincts, ball skills and positional flexibility is why he continues to be the top player on my board. He had 96 receptions for 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns as a receiver, but was arguably better at cornerback, where he tied for second in the Big 12 with four interceptions,”“His ability to play both ways has elicited comparisons to Hall of Famers Champ Bailey and Charles Woodson, and there are legitimate questions about where he'll play in the NFL. Hunter could be the first corner to be drafted No. 1 overall or the first receiver selected with that pick since Keyshawn Johnson in 1996,"MORE: Deion Sanders Welcomes Denzel Washington To Speak To Colorado Football TeamThere were some concerns about size for Hunter prior to his appearance at the NFL Scouting Combine, but after coming in a nearly 6-1, 190 pounds, those concerns were swiftly put to bed. Travis has clearly put on muscle mass and remained lean to his frame. If he were to play either position full time, or in the case both, he would have above adequate size for the full spectrum of possibilities. Another factor in the evaluation of Hunter is how many boxes he checks away from the field. He’s a great teammate, marketable, and never in trouble. For a player so young, he has his priorities in the right place. It’s one thing coach Deion Sanders has always raved about. Travis, for as talented as he is athletically, is as focused mentally as anyone in the class. Sep 28, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter scores a touchdown against the UCF Knights during the first quarter at FBC Mortgage Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images / Mike Watters-Imagn Images "I literally wake up, go do my football stuff, get my recovery in and I'm back at home," Travis Hunter said to ESPN this season. "Football, school, fishing and playing my video game. That's it." Combine all those ingredients, you get a player that’s worthy of the hype as a potential number one overall pick. At the very least, number one on most analysts' big board.Kyron Samuels is a former college and professional football player now a writer, analyst, & digital host. Kyron is a writer for USC Trojans on SI and contributes to Oregon Ducks on SI. A graduate and letterman at Jacksonville State University, Samuels was a three-year starter, two-time all-conference, and won three consecutive conference titles. After a four-year professional stint between the AFL & XFL, Samuels retired from football. In 2022, Samuels was inducted into the Fairhope Athletic Hall of Fame. Post-playing career, Samuels has become a credentialed sports media member covering the NFL, UFL, USFL, & college football. The NFL Combine, Reese’s Senior Bowl, & East-West Shrine Bowl are amongst the events Kyron has covered. As a guest and host, Samuels has been featured on ESPNRadio, FoxSportsRadio, & IHeartRadio. Outside of sports media, Samuels works as a scouting consultant and has experience coaching at the collegiate level.
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