At the heart of the NFL Scouting Combine buzz today was Colorado’s very own Travis Hunter, a cornerback and wide receiver who’s making waves throughout the league. However, he seemed to dodge one line of questioning, leaving reporters without the answers they were seeking.
Journalist Justin Rogers of the Detroit Football Network noted Hunter skillfully deflected inquiries about meetings with specific teams. “Next question” became his mantra, earning him admiration from Rogers, who tweeted about his growing fandom for Hunter’s approach.
“Travis Hunter responding with ‘Next question’ every time he was asked whether he met with a specific team at the combine only makes him more elite. Big fan,” Rogers shared on Twitter.
Hunter’s sophisticated handling of the situation didn’t go unnoticed by NFL enthusiasts, who took to social media to express their approval:
One fan pointed out, “Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders are complete opposites,” possibly hinting at Sanders’ open comments about his team preferences. Others chimed in with, “Love it. Screw those irrelevant questions,” and, “Love that with my whole heart.” Another praised Hunter’s method, calling it an “excellent way to disincentivize asking the laziest and most useless question possible.”
Meanwhile, as the clock ticks down to the 2025 NFL Draft, the Tennessee Titans, who hold the coveted No. 1 overall pick, are on the lookout for a “generational prospect.” While this description certainly suits Heisman trophy winner Travis Hunter, the Titans face multiple gaps to fill, which has led to buzz about them potentially trading their top pick.
This scenario could see Hunter slipping down the draft order, as teams aim to secure top quarterback talents like Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders, Hunter’s teammate.
During his time at Colorado, Hunter proved his versatility and brilliance on both offense and defense. He topped the Big 12 in both receptions and touchdown catches while thwarting eleven passes and snagging four interceptions defensively. He’s the kind of player who embodies a bygone era of 60-minute standouts in the league, should a team opt to utilize his full range of talents.
So, where do you think Travis Hunter will land in the draft?
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