“Designed to Take Hits”: Despite Career Alarm, Travis Hunter’s Beast Transformation Shows Two-Way Intent for Colorado Buffs

“Summer conditioning is all about getting stronger, faster, building your speed.” Travis Hunter, the two-way star of the Colorado Buffaloes, has undergone a significant transformation, gaining major muscle during the off-season.

This development, highlighted in a recent discussion on Thee Pregame Show Network between Tolly Carr and Uncle Neely, brings out Hunter’s commitment to excel both as a cornerback and wide receiver. Despite concerns about the physical demands of playing both positions, Hunter’s enhanced physique signals his readiness to take on the challenges ahead.

Hunter’s new look

During their conversation, Tolly Carr emphasized the importance of summer conditioning. Uncle Neely highlighted that Travis Hunter’s transformation truly stood out. “Travis has put on 17 pounds of muscle. He’s faster, leaner looking, but bigger looking,” Neely noted, emphasizing the remarkable physical progress Hunter has made during the off-season. Carr and Neely also discussed the implications of this transformation for Hunter’s performance. Neely pointed out that Hunter’s conditioning has been “off the charts,” indicating a significant improvement in his physical capabilities.

Furthermore, Carr remarked, “When you see him now, the difference is immediate.” Uncle Neely added to this by saying, “Whether he has on the compression shirt that they work out in… or he’s just walking through the building in his favorite wardrobe, which is, you know, some custom pajamas, you can tell that the guy is bigger than he was last year.” This physical enhancement is critical for Hunter, who missed a couple of games last season due to injuries. Neely pointed out that Hunter’s body is now “designed to take hits,” and endure the heavy demands of playing both offense and defense.

Deion Sander’s opinion

Deion Sanders, head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, has high praise for Travis Hunter’s potential. Sanders believes that Hunter’s ability to excel in both offensive and defensive roles sets him apart as a future NFL star. “Do whatever Travis do, that’s what I want,” Sanders remarked, during Buffaloes’ training session. Sanders has been strategic about Hunter’s development, ensuring he has the right environment to thrive. He expressed confidence in Hunter’s two-way capabilities, emphasizing that his value on both sides of the ball makes him a unique NFL prospect. “The NFL [has] got a problem,” Sanders said. “What are you gonna draft him as? And he’s gotta play both ways. Because he has value on both sides of the ball.”

Hunter’s preparation for the upcoming season includes rigorous training sessions aimed at enhancing his speed, agility, and strength. His dual-threat capability as both a receiver and a defensive back has made him a key player to watch. The added muscle not only makes him more resilient to hits but also boosts his overall effectiveness as a two-way player.