Hey, let’s talk about the latest buzz surrounding Travis Hunter, the standout two-way player from Colorado. The New York Giants are eyeing him primarily as a cornerback, according to Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post. Hunter, who snagged the Heisman Trophy, has been a beast on both offense and defense, but the Giants seem to think his future lies in locking down receivers.
Their cornerback situation could definitely use a boost. They brought in Paulson Adebo despite his injury history, and they’ve got Dru Phillips holding down the slot. Deonte Banks, a first-round pick from 2023, hasn’t quite lived up to expectations yet. So, adding Hunter to the mix could be a game-changer for their defense.
But don’t count out his offensive skills just yet. With Malik Nabers leading the receiving corps and Darius Slayton sticking around, there’s room for Hunter to make some plays on offense too. He could slide in ahead of guys like Wan’Dale Robinson or Jalin Hyatt and add some serious depth to the passing game.
Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys are also showing interest. Owner Jerry Jones seems intrigued by Hunter’s potential, as reported by Dianna Russini of The Athletic. Sitting at the 12th overall pick, the Cowboys might need to make some moves if they want to snag him, but it could be worth it to revitalize their roster after a rough 2024 season.
Hunter himself is all in on playing both sides of the ball in the NFL. At the NFL Scouting Combine, he expressed his desire to continue his dual-role, leaving it up to teams to figure out how to make it work. He believes he’s built for the challenge and is ready to bring that versatility to the next level.
So, as the draft approaches, all eyes are on where Hunter will land and how his unique skill set will be utilized in the pros.
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