Travis Hunter of the Colorado Buffaloes has amazed college football fans by excelling as both a wide receiver and a cornerback. Coaches and players can’t agree on which position suits him best. As he heads toward the 2025 NFL Draft, his future role remains uncertain. But Richard Sherman may have some surprising insights for the rising star.

Richard Sherman enjoyed an impressive 11-year NFL career, becoming famous in the Seattle Seahawks’ Legion of Boom defense before injuries led to his 2021 retirement.

The former cornerback has spent years in the pros, giving him insight into what Hunter will face in 2025. From his experience, he has a sobering warning for Hunter.

Richard Sherman explained on the St. Brown Podcast that the game isn’t just about a set number of plays. Offensive coordinators will push defenses to the limit, especially late in the game. Quarterbacks will test how well-conditioned defenders are by running multiple deep routes, then bringing in fresh receivers to keep the pressure on, allowing players like Amon-Ra to continue making big plays.

As Hunter builds his Heisman campaign, doubts linger about his NFL potential. A top cornerback suggests Hunter should concentrate on excelling in a single position. Sherman believes this focus will boost his prospects and pointed out a specific position for him.

What should Hunter’s go-to position be?

Travis Hunter has been a standout at Colorado, consistently racking up over 100 yards in every game this NCAA season. While his defensive stats are lower, it’s mainly because opponents avoid throwing in his direction.

Sherman made an exciting prediction about Hunter’s NFL Draft future.

“He seems better suited as a cornerback. While he’s a good athlete and smooth, he’s not the biggest or most dynamic route runner. As a corner, he looks natural, always in the right position, and has a great instinct for the game. If he focused on being a receiver, he could excel, but his skills as a corner really stand out. It’s rare to see someone with such a natural feel for the position.”

Sherman’s comments aren’t meant to criticize Hunter, who is currently focused on college football. Hunter has shown he can handle both offense and defense effectively in the NCAA. While the NFL is a tougher challenge and few have succeeded in what Hunter aims to do, there’s always a first time for everything.