The 2025 NFL offseason is here and that means it’s time for mock drafts, draft profiles and everything that goes with them. So without further ado, here’s one of many Draft Profiles for the 2025 NFL draft.
Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
HT: 6’0
WT: 188 lbs
Accolades:
Heisman Trophy (2024)
Walter Camp Award (2024)
AP College Football Player of the Year (2024)
SN College Football Player of the Year (2024)
Chuck Bednarik Award (2024)
Fred Biletnikoff Award (2024)
Lott Trophy (2024)
2× Paul Hornung Award (2023, 2024)
Unanimous All-American (2024)[a]
Consensus All-American (2023)
Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year (2024)
2× first-team All-Big 12 (2024)[b]
First-team All-Pac-12 (2023)[c]
Second-team All-Pac-12 (2023)[d]
Second-team All-SWAC (2022)
SWAC Freshman of the Year (2022)
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Pros:
Possesses rare blend of twitch and fluidity that allows him to mirror receivers in man coverage while maintaining optimal leverage through their stems and breaks
Elite ball skills translate from WR background – transforms into the aggressor at catch point with exceptional timing and body control to high-point throws
Brings controlled violence as a tackler despite lean frame, taking smart angles and showing outstanding spatial awareness in run support
Demonstrates veteran-level patience in press coverage, varying his approach and using efficient footwork to maintain positioning without opening his hips early
Conditioning level is off the charts – played more defensive snaps than any Power 5 corner while moonlighting as WR1 with no dropoff in performance
Processing speed and football IQ allow him to bait quarterbacks into poor decisions while maintaining leverage to recover and make plays
Cons:
Frame remains somewhat linear at 185 pounds – will need to add functional mass to hold up against NFL receivers and survive in run support long-term
Can occasionally rely too heavily on athleticism to recover rather than maintaining disciplined technique through entire route stem
Shows some stiffness in his transitions when matched up against shifty slot receivers working underneath routes out of breaks
Despite willing tackling, can get engulfed by larger receivers and offensive linemen when forced to take on blocks in space
While effective in zone, sometimes gets caught peeking into backfield looking for big plays rather than staying disciplined in his assignment
Summary:
The most compelling discussion surrounding Hunter revolves around the impact of his two-way experience on his NFL prospects. On one hand, his impressive receiving statistics (1,152 yards, 14 touchdowns) and refined route-running skills demonstrate clear-cut WR1 potential, making a strong case for first-round consideration. On the other hand, some evaluators might view his divided focus as a drawback, preferring prospects who have concentrated solely on perfecting a single position.
Although concerns exist, Hunter’s greatest potential remains at cornerback, where his exceptional ball skills, rapid processing, and fluid athleticism suggest a ceiling as a shutdown corner akin to Charles Woodson. While he could thrive as a dynamic receiver, his ability to neutralize opponents’ top threats and create turnovers provides more impactful value in today’s pass-dominated league. Though savvy coordinators may still leverage his offensive skills in specialized packages, his long-term future lies on defense, where he can dictate games from the perimeter.
Hunter’s positional versatility is a double-edged sword, serving as both his most significant advantage and biggest question mark in the draft evaluation process. Some teams will view his two-way prowess as evidence of exceptional athleticism and football acumen, while others may prefer a more traditional cornerback with a dedicated focus on defensive technique. Despite this, his rare athletic abilities and rapid mental processing still position him for a likely top-5 selection. To achieve NFL stardom, however, he’ll likely need to commit fully to cornerback, utilizing his offensive skills as a situational asset rather than a primary responsibility.
Information in this article was obtained from NFL Draft Buzz and is used with permission. Find the latest coverage, analysis, and player rankings for the 2025 NFL Draft at nfldraftbuzz.com
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