Travis Hunter NFL Combine Preview: Will the Two-Way Star Dominate in Indy?
Indianapolis, IN – Travis Hunter just wrapped up one of the most remarkable seasons in college football history, proving he’s not just an elite athlete—he’s a generational talent. It’s rare to see a player dominate on both sides of the ball, and the last time we saw anything remotely close was when Charles Woodson won the Heisman in 1997. Even Champ Bailey, who played both ways at Georgia, never had the sheer volume of production that Hunter put up this season.
Hunter didn’t just play both offense and defense—he excelled at an elite level, earning national awards as both a wide receiver and a cornerback. His 96 catches for 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns alone would make him a top prospect at WR, but add in his 35 tackles, 11 pass breakups, a forced fumble, and four interceptions, and you see why he’s one of the most unique talents to ever declare for the draft. With that kind of versatility, it’s no surprise he’s one of the most anticipated athletes at this year’s NFL Combine.
Travis Hunter 2024 Athlete Profile
Colorado | WR / CB | 6’1” | 185 lbs
2024 Awards and Accolades: Heisman Winner, AP College Football Player of the Year, Chuck Bednarik Award, Biletnikoff Award, Paul Hornung Award, Lott IMPACT Trophy, Walter Camp Award, Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year, 1st Team All-Big 12 (Offense & Defense), Unanimous All-American, Sporting News College Football Player of the Year
2024 Stats:
Offense – 96 Catches | 1,258 Yards | 15 TD
Defense – 35 Tackles | 11 Passes Defended | 1 Forced Fumble | 4 Interceptions
The biggest thing I’m looking forward to is how he performs in the position drills at both wide receiver and cornerback. Will he showcase smooth hips in DB drills? Will his route running at WR stand out? His ability to get in and out of breaks with ease will be something to monitor closely.
As for athletic testing, the biggest question is his 40-yard dash. You don’t see him get chased down on tape, so his time will be a spectacle. I’ve always had him in the 4.38–4.45 range, but rumors say he’s aiming for 4.28–4.35. If he hits that, expect social media to explode.
Another area to watch is his explosiveness—don’t be shocked if his vertical and broad jump numbers are off the charts. For context, Gerald Sensabaugh set the NFL Combine vertical jump record at 46 inches in 2005. Hunter’s raw athleticism could put him in that conversation, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him challenge or even surpass that mark. If his broad jump nears Byron Jones’ record (12 feet, 3 inches), it’ll only solidify his status as one of the most dynamic athletes in the draft.
While Hunter doesn’t have anything to prove, it’s always special when elite athletes choose to compete. Whether he’s catching passes or locking up receivers, one thing is for sure—Travis Hunter is a different breed, and the NFL world is about to see it firsthand in Indianapolis.
