Coach Prime lays down the law on how he expects teams to scout his star player
If any NFL team is considering drafting Travis Hunter to play just one position, they should reconsider. The Colorado Buffaloes’ two-way phenom, who excelled as both a cornerback and wide receiver, capped his 2024 season by, cementing his status as one of college football’s most versatile and dominant players. Heading into the 2025 NFL Draft, Hunter and his coach, Deion Sanders, have made it clear that his two-way talents is non-negotiable.
While appearing on The Rich Eisen Show, Sanders doubled down on Hunter's dual-role potential. “He’s going to do that—or they shouldn’t draft him,” Sanders said. “You can be creative. He doesn’t have to play every snap like here, but he needs to contribute on both sides of the ball. Imagine your best receiver sitting on the bench when you need to move the ball or your best corner off the field while the other team’s torching you.
Hunter’s resume supports Sanders' assertion. The Suwanee, Georgia native amassed over 600 snaps on both sides of the ball during his junior season, earning him accolades that include the Heisman Trophy, the Paul Hornung Award for versatility, and the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year. On offense, Hunter recorded 92 receptions, 1,152 receiving yards, and 14 touchdowns—leading the Big 12 in receptions and touchdowns and setting program records for Colorado.
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