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If there’s one thing Travis Hunter knows how to do, it’s shake the room. Whether it’s locking down elite receivers or embarrassing DBs on a go-route, this man lives for the moment. But who knew he’d be stirring up the GOAT debate, too? Hunter just took a stand on one of sports’ most legendary comebacks, and let’s just say, LeBron James fans might not be too happy about it. Oh, and did we mention the New England Patriots rumors are heating up? Yeah, buckle up because this ride is about to get wild.

On March 26, Travis Hunter hopped on his YouTube channel with Kaden Sonnabend to debate the greatest comeback in sports history. The contenders? Tom Brady’s 28-3 Super Bowl stunner, LeBron’s 3-1 resurrection against the Warriors, and even Tua Tagovailoa’s heroic National Championship moment. Hunter gave LeBron his flowers, calling the 2016 Finals comeback “crazy.” And yeah, let’s be real, it was. The Cavs took down a 73-9 Warriors squad after being left for dead, with LeBron averaging 29.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 8.9 assists. The Block? Iconic. Kyrie’s dagger three over Steph? Cold-blooded. But according to Hunter, it still wasn’t No. 1.

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So, what was? None other than Tom Brady‘s Comeback City performance in Super Bowl LI. “You can’t forget that,” Hunter said, putting Brady’s legendary 28-3 rally against the Falcons at the top of his list. Tom Brady led New England on a 25-point comeback, the largest in Super Bowl history. With just over two minutes left, the Patriots tied the game at 28-28 after a clutch James White touchdown and a 2-point conversion from Danny Amendola. Then, in overtime, the Patriots won the coin toss, and Brady marched his team down the field, setting up White for the game-winning touchdown run. Brady finished with 466 passing yards and was named Super Bowl MVP for the fifth time. The win secured his place as the ultimate comeback king, proving once again why he’s the GOAT. Tua’s championship-winning pass to DeVonta Smith came in second, leaving LeBron’s miracle in third.

But let’s keep it real: New England has been eyeing Hunter for a minute now. His versatility? Perfect for a team desperate for playmakers on both sides of the ball. And according to draft insiders, the Pats see him primarily as an offensive weapon. ESPN’s Todd McShay and Stephen Muench even hinted that Hunter could be a full-time receiver in New England, with McShay calling him “unlike anything we’ve ever seen.” “Travis Hunter, this son of a gun, is unlike anything we’ve ever seen. He’s got a chance to be a Hall of Fame player,” McShay said on The McShay Show. Bold? Absolutely. But is he wrong?

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The Patriots have a history of maximizing unique talent. Just look at how they used Julian Edelman, Troy Brown, and even Cordarrelle Patterson in gadget roles. Hunter, with his ability to dominate on both ends, could take that to another level. Naturally, this got people talking—especially with Hunter’s name buzzing around New England’s draft board. Coincidence? Probably not.

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The New England Patriots’ dream scenario? Snatching Travis Hunter with the 4th overall pick. But that dream just got a whole lot murkier. Why? Because the New York Giants just signed Russell Wilson, meaning their draft-day intentions might’ve just shifted big-time. Instead of grabbing a quarterback at No. 3, they could very well snag Hunter themselves, pairing him with Malik Nabers to create a lethal one-two punch at wideout.

If that happens, the Patriots would have to pivot. Maybe they grab Tetairoa McMillan at No. 4—he’s got talent, no doubt, but he’s not Travis Hunter. Or maybe they bolster their O-line with LSU’s Will Campbell, especially after landing Stefon Diggs in free agency. With the Giants looming at No. 3, Patriots fans are sweating. If New York rolls with Hunter, the Pats low-key might be left scrambling for plan B. But there’s still hope. If the Titans or Browns throw a curveball at No. 1 or No. 2, a QB like Shedeur Sanders or Cam Ward could still be in play at three, leaving Hunter on the board for New England.

And if he does land in Foxborough? Man, that’s a WR room to be feared. Picture this: Stefon Diggs pulling DB1 coverage, Hunter lining up wherever he wants, and the Pats finally injecting some much-needed swagger into their offense. Bottom line: Travis Hunter’s words about Brady’s comeback might’ve been innocent, but they just added fuel to a fire that’s already burning hot. If the Patriots get their way, Hunter might not just be talking about Tom Brady anymore—he could be following in his footsteps in New England.

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