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The Indianapolis Colts have taken an aggressive approach to upgrading their secondary this offseason, adding safety Cam Bynum and cornerback Charvarius Ward to address long-standing issues. Even with those additions, they may not be done, as the 2025 NFL Draft presents an opportunity to add even more talent.
According to Pro Football Focus’ Nic Bodiford, Colorado superstar Travis Hunter would be an ideal fit for the Colts or the Seahawks. However, Indianapolis currently holds the 14th overall pick, meaning they would need to trade up significantly to have a shot at him.
What would it take to land Travis Hunter?
Hunter is a rare two-way player who dominated in 2024, winning the Heisman Trophy while excelling as both a cornerback and a wide receiver. His numbers reflect his impact:
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Wide Receiver: 96 receptions, 1,258 yards, 15 touchdowns
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Cornerback: 36 tackles, four interceptions, 11 passes defensed
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Allowed a 38.8 passer rating against (one of the best in college football)
To move into the top four picks and secure Hunter, the Colts would likely need to part with multiple first-round picks, along with additional assets. Given that general manager Chris Ballard has never made a trade of that magnitude, it seems unlikely Indianapolis would make such a move.
Would Travis Hunter be worth it?
If the Colts pulled off a trade, they would be getting a player capable of transforming their team immediately. Hunter could step in as a lockdown corner, while also giving quarterback Anthony Richardson another elite weapon on offense. Adding him would make Indianapolis a serious AFC South contender and potentially end their playoff drought.
While it’s a long shot, this is the kind of move that could define a franchise for years to come.