Can Colorado Buffs' Travis Hunter Maintain His Two-Way Gameplay in the NFL?

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Oct 4, 2024, 03:04 IST

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Travis Hunter has expressed his intention to continue playing both offense and defense as he progresses to the professional level. Hunter, who redshirted with the Colorado Buffaloes, remains committed to his two-way playing style. He stated that this versatility has been his lifelong approach and he does not wish to change it.

Can Colorado Buffs' Travis Hunter Maintain His Two-Way Gameplay in the NFL?

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Travis Hunter could very well be that Louisiana student on the offing who took up much of the limelight after redshirting with the Colorado Buffaloes and possibly the guy who got to share playing time on both sides of the ball. However, people are debating upon the fact that whether he is capable or not in his potential of playing at the professional level of play by the demands and skills he needs to show for the large audience and massive level of play at the professional players' mental and physical strength.However, leaving aside all these unwilling factors, Hunter also expressed a willingness not to abandon his desire to preserve his two-way nature to enjoy both sides of the game.

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Commitment to Play Both Sides

Hunter has always been vocal about his passion for playing both sides of the ball his whole career. Due to his athleticism, he had always been a needed player in almost the entire game, and it was never his challenge or hitch in maintaining the balance between his duties on offense and defense. He holds a passion and dedication to the game as the eagerness to play both ways continues to be retained, unlike a common message that has been said in various interviews and media talks.

Hunter's Straight Answer to His Post-Season Goal

In a recent broadcast of “Watch What's Trending Now,* when he was a guest on the show known as “Kickin' It with Dee”, Hunter was put on the spot by the host asking if he will go both ways in the NFL next season. When he asked what he would do, opt for one side or, on the other hand, keep up this two-way deal, Hunter was sure. He said he does not intend to confine himself on one side of the field hence replied, "I don't want to pick one side. I've been playing both sides my whole life. That's all I know."

Hunter's Lifelong Commitment to Versatility

Indeed, as Travis Hunter himself puts it, proud self-servitude is all about versatility. He confesses that playing offense and defense is all he has ever known, and he simply does not want to give up the said set in going to the next level.
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