Career
Hunter was the 10th player picked in the 1976 NFL Draft. He led the Lions in interceptions in 1976, 1977, and 1980. Hunter is 7th all-time for interceptions in Lions history.
Nicknamed "Hound Dog" for his long-striding running ability, he made an instant impact in the NFL. He got his first start in 1976 at free safety, subbing for another Lions’ great, Dick Jauron who had broken his legal
He shifted to left cornerback in 1977 playing alongside another future Pro Football Hall of Famer, Lem Barney. In his seven seasons with the Lions (1976-1982), Hunter led the Lions in three seasons in pass interceptions (1976, ’77 and ’80) and had 27 career interceptions.
He played in 86 Lions games before a neck injury sustained late in the 1982 season ended his career. Hunter, Jimmy "Spiderman" Allen, and David Hill recorded a remake of Queen"s hit "Another One Bites the Dust" in 1980.