Travis Hunter

Transfer from Jackson State. Rare talent who grades out as a first-round pick as a WR and a CB. Ideal height, reach, and frame for either position. Natural athlete – twitched up and ultra quick. Sudden at the LOS and difficult to match up with in space. Loose hips and great ankle flexion help him cut and burst in an instance. Has a flair for the dramatic play – a true play maker. Buffaloes’ go-to receiver on critical downs – no small compliment considering the depth and quality of CU’s WR corps. Shows excellent sideline awareness. Excellent body control and can adjust his body to the off-target pass. Very good leaping ability. Can sky and work the back of the end zone exceedingly well. Displays solid coverage instincts. Understands leverage and how to funnel the WR towards the sideline in pass coverage. Excellent ball and tracking skills. Willing and physical tackler. Lacks some strength for tackling and falls off some attempts. Can be neutralized by a persistent blocker. Outstanding stamina and typically plays the majority of the offensive and defensive snaps each game (more than 100 plays per game). How long can his body hold up to these many snaps? Hunter will almost certainly have to specialize at one position in the NFL. The bet here is that he will become a full time CB due to the rarity of a player with his skill set at that position, but who will get a few snaps a game on offense due to his explosiveness. Potential first pick in next April’s draft. Won the 2024 Biletnikoff (Best WR) and Bednarik (Defensive P.O.Y) Awards, a stunning and unmatched, feat.