Travis Hunter is a truly unique college football player. He is able to play the entire game on both sides of the ball while making an elite-level impact, a feat that isn’t often seen in this game.
With the Colorado Buffaloes season underway on Thursday night, Hunter picked up where he left off last season and caught the attention of the NFL world while doing so.
NFL World Impressed By Travis Hunter’s Week 1 Performance
Heading into the season, Hunter was viewed as a Heisman Trophy front-runner, and if Week 1 against North Dakota State is any indication of what’s to come in 2024, we’re all in for a fun ride.
Hunter finished with seven receptions, 132 receiving yards, and three touchdowns on offense while collecting three tackles and playing both sides of the ball for the entirety of the game. Not only was Hunter out there on the field for much of the game, but he was making a profound impact while doing so.
With highlight plays and an overall impressive Week 1 performance underway, the NFL world took to social media to share their thoughts on the rare talent.
It takes a lot to impress Miami Dolphins superstar wide receiver Tyreek Hill, and according to the playmaker, Hunter gets the stamp of approval: “Travis Hunter one of them ones.”
Travis Hunter one of them ones
— Ty Hill (@cheetah) August 30, 2024
“Whoever got that first pick , idc if you need a Lineman or QB Travis Hunter is one of one,” Hill continues.
Whoever got that first pick , idc if you need a Lineman or QB Travis Hunter is one of one
— Ty Hill (@cheetah) August 30, 2024
Former star running back, and current NFL analyst, LeSean McCoy was impressed with Hunter’s ability to do it all: “Travis hunter has to be the best in shape player of all time … he don’t miss a play on offense or defense.”
Travis hunter has to be the best in shape player of all time … he don’t miss a play on offense or defense
— LeSean Shady Mccoy (@CutonDime25) August 30, 2024
Las Vegas Raiders superstar Maxx Crosby had a simple message while watching the game: “Travis Hunter 🔥🔥🔥”
Travis Hunter 🔥🔥🔥
— Maxx Crosby (@CrosbyMaxx) August 30, 2024
Former NFL quarterback and current NFL analyst, Robert Griffin III makes a bold claim about Hunter’s NFL future:
“Travis Hunter keeps showing that he can and he SHOULD play both WR and CB in the NFL FULL TIME.
“Man had 7 catches for 132 yards and 3 TDS at WR AND played 43 snaps on defense making tackles and locking down his side of the field.
“He is a UNICORN.”
Travis Hunter keeps showing that he can and he SHOULD play both WR and CB in the NFL FULL TIME.
Man had 7 catches for 132 yards and 3 TDS at WR AND played 43 snaps on defense making tackles and locking down his side of the field.
He is a UNICORN. pic.twitter.com/D580YECfS8
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) August 30, 2024
Game recognizes game, as one of the NFL’s best young cornerbacks in Patrick Surtain II sees what Hunter is doing and keeps it real about his ability: “Travis is one of one neva seen anything like it”
Travis is one of one neva seen anything like it
— Patrick Surtain (@PatSurtainll) August 30, 2024
J.J. Watt was not only impressed with Hunter’s touchdown grab, but he also made sure the broadcaster captured the moment appropriately:
“That was a glitch on EA Sports.” What a great way to describe that Travis Hunter catch. Incredible snag.”
“That was a glitch on EA Sports”
What a great way to describe that Travis Hunter catch.
Incredible snag.
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) August 30, 2024
Ultimately, with all of the takes sprinkled throughout the NFL world, former NFL safety and current NFL analyst Ryan Clark may have captured the sentiment surrounding Hunter the best.
“Draft Travis Hunter Top 5, & let him play whatever position he wants!! If there’s a better player in college ball he’s gonna have to show me!”
Draft Travis Hunter Top 5, & let him play whatever position he wants!! If there’s a better player in college ball he’s gonna have to show me!
— Ryan Clark (@Realrclark25) August 30, 2024