With the 2025 NFL Draft just hours away, Travis Hunter remains one of the most fascinating and versatile prospects on the board. A true two-way threat, Hunter is widely regarded as both the top cornerback and top wide receiver in the draft, making him a rare dual-position talent.
But with that talent comes the question: Can he realistically play both sides of the ball in the NFL?
Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski thinks the answer is yes and Hunter’s early morning habits might just be the key.
“Travis is uniquely equipped to do both,” Stefanski said Wednesday. “I remember talking with him about time management, how he’d need to meet with multiple coaches and split practice reps. He told me he’s a fisherman. [He] gets up at 5 a.m. all the time. So maximizing his day? Not a problem.”
Hunter’s stamina is already legendary. At Colorado he averaged a staggering 111.5 snaps per game, the most in FBS since at least 2015. For comparison, no other player during that span even hit 80 snaps per game. His ability to stay on the field is nearly as jaw-dropping as his play itself.
The reigning Heisman Trophy winner, Hunter brings an unprecedented opportunity to whichever team drafts him: the chance to get two elite-level players in one. And with the Browns holding the No. 2 pick, many believe Cleveland could be that destination.
If that’s the case, Stefanski says success will come down to collaboration and adaptability.
“You have to have a plan going in,” Stefanski said. “But you also need to be flexible. You look at what he’s doing really well, adjust where needed and constantly communicate. It’s a partnership. He’s done something rare at the college level and the key is helping him translate that to the pros.”
Whether Hunter ends up in Cleveland or elsewhere, one thing is clear: the early riser is ready to put in the work. Now it’s just a matter of who reels in the draft’s most dynamic catch.
