The Cleveland Browns’ draft strategy is taking shape as April approaches, with all signs pointing toward a bold move for one of college football’s most electrifying talents.
Cleveland seems zeroed in on Colorado’s Travis Hunter, the two-way phenomenon who captivated the college football world last season.
Hunter’s unprecedented versatility earned him the Heisman Trophy and he made history as the first player ever to win both the Chuck Bednarik (defensive) and Biletnikoff (offensive) Awards in the same season.
What makes Hunter’s situation particularly intriguing is his unwavering stance on playing both sides of the ball.
When speaking with CBS Sports’ Garrett Podell, Hunter laid down a non-negotiable condition for his NFL future.
He claimed that he will never play football again if he can’t play WR & CB in the NFL.
“It’s never playing football again. … Because I’ve been doing it my whole life… I feel like I could dominate on each side of the ball,” he said.
Travis Hunter says he's "NEVER playing football again" if he can't play WR & CB in the NFL 😳
"It's never playing football again. … Because I've been doing it my whole life… I feel like I could dominate on each side of the ball"
(via Garrett Podell, CBS Sports)
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The Cleveland Browns haven’t been subtle about their interest in the Colorado standout.
Their significant presence at Colorado’s Pro Day earlier this month revealed just how seriously they’re considering the dynamic playmaker.
While Hunter has proven exceptional at both cornerback and receiver positions, sources suggest the Browns view his long-term future primarily on offense, potentially as a game-changing weapon in their passing attack.
Despite the swirling questions about how his unique skill set will translate to the professional level, Hunter remains supremely confident.
For the Browns, the decision comes down to whether they believe Hunter’s exceptional talents warrant the investment required.
His two-way ultimatum certainly complicates matters, but rare talents often demand unconventional approaches.
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