Travis Hunter an option for Giants at No. 3, Brian Daboll says - ESPN

PALM BEACH, Fla. — University of Colorado star Travis Hunter could be an option for the New York Giants with the third overall pick in the draft as both a wide receiver and cornerback, coach Brian Daboll said Tuesday at the NFL's annual meeting.

Hunter excelled at both cornerback and wide receiver at Colorado. Part of the draft process involves teams figuring where he fits in the NFL.

«We'll evaluate him at both spots,» Daboll said.

That leaves open the possibility that Hunter could play both positions if drafted by the Giants. Most teams seem to be looking at him primarily as a cornerback. New York could use reinforcements at both positions. The Giants added no new starters on offense, and they have made restocking the secondary a focus this offseason.

The Giants will get a closer look at Hunter during Colorado's pro day on Friday. General manager Joe Schoen is among the contingent expected to attend. It's all part of New York's extensive evaluation of Hunter.

«Well, it takes a long time to evaluate because there's a lot of tape,» Daboll said. «It's really remarkable what he has done and the ability to perform at that level, not really getting rest. So he's been a fun player to evaluate and to meet and talk with. He's a heck of a player.»

Hunter played 1,450 snaps last season, by far the most in college football. He had 96 catches for 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns as a receiver in addition to four interceptions as a shutdown cornerback.

It's a big reason ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. has him ranked as the top prospect on his 2025 draft board.

«I think he's a good player both ways,» Daboll said.

The question for the Giants will be whether there is a quarterback available that they believe is worth the No. 3 pick.