Travis Hunter’s freakish ambition to dominate both sides of the ball has made him one of the most celebrated young stars in football, but it comes with real danger. Playing offense and defense means double the exposure, double the hits, and, unfortunately, double the injury risk.
Opposing teams know this, and you better believe they’re going to test him every snap. With the Chiefs set to face Hunter’s squad this season, the physical toll could spike.
And if Travis Kelce’s recent appearance on Bussin’ With The Boys is anything to go by, Kansas City already has a strategy brewing. Kelce didn’t say much, but what he did say was loud enough. Hunter won’t be getting any breathers if the Jaguars play him intensely.
Travis Kelce Is Greatly Impressed By Hunter’s Athleticism
Travis Kelce started off with major praise for Travis Hunter, calling him a future NFL star and a freak athlete.
Reflecting on Travis Hunter’s explosiveness at the Colorado vs. Nebraska game in 2024, Kelce said, “He’s got the juice and he plays, he loves football,” pointing out how Hunter’s attitude and aura made him stand out on the field.
Kelce also noted how Hunter’s athleticism goes beyond football, saying he’s seen him hoop, meaning he’s got raw coordination and talent across the board.
But after the compliments came the warning. Kelce didn’t sugarcoat it; he said that opponents won’t make things easy for Hunter. “They’re going to try and make his day miserable,” he said, making it clear that despite all the love, the NFL will be ruthless.
Hunter may be special, but in Kelce’s words, he’ll be a target every game for all teams, and since the Chiefs are set to face him mid-season, one can only believe that they will come knocking.
How Teams Will Strategise Against Travis Hunter
Kelce didn’t hold back on what Hunter should expect once he hits the NFL. “Teams are going to be going after him,” he warned.
Specifically, if Hunter lines up at the corner, Kelce believes opponents will go straight for his stamina. “They’re going to run deep, deep balls at him all day. They’re going to run the wide receivers, just take off on him all day, just try and get him tired.”
That’s the reality of being a two-way phenom; teams will look for cracks in your endurance. And with the Chiefs and Jaguars set to meet in Week 5, you can bet Kansas City already has this game plan on deck.
The league might admire Hunter’s talent, but they’ll test it nonstop. For Hunter, it’s not just about showing up. It’s about surviving every snap. The hype is real. But so is the target on his back.
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