“I Don’t Think the Broncos Would Take Him”: Shannon Sharpe’s Reaction to Travis Hunter’s Desire to Stay in Colorado

The Denver Broncos (9-5) are on the cusp of a playoff berth with rookie quarterback Bo Nix in the middle of a great run. A wonderful news for the franchise indeed. However, this would mean the NFL side from Colorado has a significantly less (close to nil, in fact) chance of drafting Travis Hunter. Earlier this year, the Buffaloes star had expressed how much he loves Colorado and wanted to start his pro career in the state, playing with the Broncos.

@TravisHunterJr went on @Deestroying’s podcast and said he wishes he could stay in Colorado and play for the @Broncos because of the love the community has shown him.

Says his neighbors leave him signs before games and watch his dog when he’s on the road. pic.twitter.com/EA9DTVQNoO

— Mat Smith (@RealMatSmith) October 3, 2024

At the time, in October to be exact, Shannon Sharpe and Chad Ochocinco had discussed Hunter’s wish on Nightcap. This was about the period when Nix began demonstrating his potential to be a franchise quarterback.

Shannon, a Broncos legend himself, was truly convinced that Travis and Bo’s team-up would be a recipe for success. However, he added that there was no chance Hunter would drop that low in the draft for the Broncos to go for him.

“[Hunter’s] a phenomenal player… if he played for the Broncos, lord have mercy… I don’t think the Broncos would take him. Ain’t nobody passing him up unless you need a quarterback… all things being equal, I’m always gonna take a quarterback,” said Sharpe.

Shannon, however, toyed with the idea: what if Travis ended up with the Broncos? Defensively, Hunter could form a dominant cornerback duo with Patrick Surtain II. Offensively, he would complement Courtland Sutton.

Courtland Sutton with the dirty stutter-go TD. pic.twitter.com/nZJugwgQm5

— Frankie Abbott (@FrankiesFilm) December 16, 2024

Either way, there is no doubt that the Broncos would profit considerably by adding Hunter to their roster. However, unless they’re willing to part with significant capital to acquire a high draft pick via trade, the Heisman winner is destined to begin his professional career outside of Colorado.