Travis Hunter Compared to Shohei Ohtani and a Unicorn by Cleveland Browns’ GM

The Browns hold the No. 2 pick in the NFL Draft and are considering selecting Hunter, who is attempting to be the league’s first two-way player in decades.
Travis Hunter Compared to Shohei Ohtani and a Unicorn by Cleveland Browns’ GM
Travis Hunter (12) of the Colorado Buffaloes celebrates a touchdown during the third quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colo., on Nov. 29, 2024. Andrew Wevers/Getty Images
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According to Merriam-Webster, a unicorn is defined as “something unusual, rare, or unique.” In a sports context, Shohei Ohtani certainly meets the description as the first two-way player since Babe Ruth, and a three-time MVP winner. However, it’s hard to find a unicorn on the gridiron with the specialization of players who normally stick to a single position.

Travis Hunter is attempting to become the NFL’s version of Ohtani as both a wide receiver and a defensive back, and Hunter’s potential next employer sees the Heisman winner as “something unusual, rare or unique.”

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Ross Kelly is a sports journalist who has been published by ESPN, CBS and USA Today. He has also done statistical research for Stats Inc. and Synergy Sports Technology. A graduate of LSU, Ross resides in Houston.