LeSean McCoy, a two-time Super Bowl champ and one of the most elusive running backs in NFL history, recently shared his thoughts on Travis Hunter, a rising star in college football.
Known for his bold takes and colorful analogies, McCoy used humor to highlight Hunter’s immense value as an athlete, comparing him to something truly unique in the football world.
LeSean McCoy Breaks Down Travis Hunter’s Draft Value With a McDonald’s Analogy
During a recent episode of “The Facility” hosted by Emmanuel Acho, McCoy offered a unique and hilariously relatable take on Travis Hunter’s value heading into the NFL Draft. Comparing the Colorado star to a fast-food deal, McCoy captured the essence of what makes Hunter such a rare prospect.
“It’s a no-brainer. I mean, you talk about being the top receiver in his draft class, and the top cornerback — you have that,” McCoy said. “And I think, like, for New York Giants… if you don’t get [a quarterback], the best player in the draft is Travis Hunter.”
McCoy’s analogy came with a nostalgic twist. Reflecting on his childhood love for McDonald’s, he compared Hunter’s two-way dominance to a deal that once captured his heart: “You get two McChickens. One draft card, right? And you get two players. There you go.”
And McCoy isn’t exaggerating Hunter is a true two-way phenom — a rare athlete with elite instincts, explosiveness, and football IQ. He’s been a force since high school, where he was the nation’s top recruit. He chose Jackson State over traditional powerhouses and later transferred to Colorado with Coach Deion Sanders, consistently making headlines along the way.
His college résumé is as unconventional as it is impressive. Hunter started on both offense and defense — an anomaly in modern football — and excelled in both roles. He won the Paul Hornung Award for versatility and capped off his college career by claiming the 2024 Heisman Trophy.
On offense, he’s a deep-threat receiver with elite ball-tracking and explosive playmaking ability. On defense, he’s a lockdown corner with fluid hips, sharp instincts, and disruptive ball skills. The only knocks? His size and potential durability, tied to the sheer number of snaps he logged.
Despite those risks, there’s no denying Hunter’s value. Whether he lines up as a wideout, corner, or even in a hybrid role, he brings franchise-altering potential. Scouts and analysts may be split on where he fits best, but everyone agrees on this: Travis Hunter is a one-of-one talent. Or, as McCoy would say, he’s two McChickens for the price of one.