Ambitious trade proposals are heating up as the NFL draft approaches, with the San Francisco 49ers at the forefront of the speculation. ESPN's Bill Barnwell suggests a radical trade where the 49ers would swap wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk and the 11th overall pick with the New England Patriots for the 4th overall selection and guard Cole Strange. This bold move would allow the 49ers to draft dual-threat standout Travis Hunter from Colorado.

Hunter's unique ability to excel as both a cornerback and a wide receiver makes him an enticing option for a team looking to solidify its roster. Under head coach Kyle Shanahan's offensive scheme and with defensive coordinator Robert Saleh's history of success in drafting top-tier defensive talent (like Sauce Gardner), Hunter could fill a critical gap for the 49ers while adding versatility to their strategy. Although this trade scenario appears far-fetched, it reflects the team's desire to get aggressive in the draft to secure impactful talent.