Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen said that "everybody" will play in the preseason opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. How long the first-team offense stays on the field is to be determined. Coen also added that rookie first-round two-way star Travis Hunter will play both receiver and cornerback in the game. The 22-year-old Heisman Trophy winner was taken second overall by Jacksonville in April, and the Jags have every intention of keeping Hunter as a two-way player in his first year in the NFL. He has focused more on offense in training camp this summer and should immediately be a starter across from Brian Thomas Jr., but it remains to be seen how involved he'll actually be. Hunter has elite athleticism, but playing both sides of the ball in the NFL isn't going to be easy. He could be a boom/bust WR3/flex target in fantasy.
Aug 7, 2025 12:16 PM EST
While speaking on the Rich Eisen Show on Tuesday, Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen said he wouldn't be surprised if rookie first-round two-way player Travis Hunter won both Offensive Rookie of the Year and Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2025. The Jaguars traded up to No. 2 overall to select the 22-year-old Heisman Trophy winner out of Colorado back in April, and they made it no secret that they absolutely plan on using Hunter on both offense and defense in his first year in the league. Jacksonville prioritized Hunter learning the offense this spring and early in training camp, but he's now working on both offense and defense every day at practice. Hunter should have close to a starter's workload on offense right away, which means he could be the WR2 right away behind Brian Thomas Jr. Still, Hunter could be a boom/bust WR3/flex as more of a specialist on offense than a staple.
Aug 5, 2025 8:12 PM EST
On the Jacksonville Jaguars' unofficial depth chart released on Monday, rookie first-rounder and two-way player Travis Hunter was listed as a starting wide receiver and as a backup defensive back. Unofficial depth charts should be taken with a grain of salt, but all signs this offseason have pointed to Hunter having a bigger role on offense than defense after the Jags traded up to second overall to take the Heisman Trophy winner out of Colorado. The Jaguars have every intention of having the 22-year-old play on both sides of the ball, and the uncertainty around how many snaps he'll have as an offensive playmaker plays into the volatility around him as a fantasy asset in his first NFL season. Even if he plays more on offense in 2025, Hunter could be limited to certain packages, making him a boom/bust WR3/flex option for fantasy managers.
Aug 4, 2025 7:13 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars two-way star Travis Hunter spent all 20 of his snaps on offense at Sunday's training camp practice. The rookie, who has been a subject of offseason debate regarding his split between wide receiver and defensive back, made an impressive leaping touchdown catch over cornerback Jourdan Lewis in red zone work. However, Hunter had a pass bounce off his hands two plays later. RotoBaller projects Hunter to be the WR34 this season with a stat line of 77 catches, 914 yards, and six touchdowns. This notable development is a situation to monitor, as a full-time offensive role would make him a high-upside fantasy option.
Aug 3, 2025 11:53 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter got work on both sides of the ball on Friday in a scrimmage for the Jags. He logged a total of 38 snaps, playing 17 with the first-team offense and 21 with the first-team defense. It was the first time in training camp that he played on both sides of the ball, and he stood out with three catches for 43 yards on offense. He was also targeted in the red zone, but the pass was knocked away. Defensively, backup quarterback Nick Mullens did not target the receiver with Hunter in coverage with any passes. Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen said, "I thought it was great. That was what we were hoping to do tonight in terms of just get him on both sides of the ball, quality work." Hunter will look to continue his success on both sides of the ball as training camp continues, and he's in contention for snaps on defense and targets on offense. Hunter has a very high ceiling for fantasy football in his rookie year, although his two-way abilities don't all translate to most scoring systems.
Aug 2, 2025 9:20 AM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars two-way player Travis Hunter caught his first touchdown of training camp, a 5-yarder from Trevor Lawrence, as part of a successful practice at wide receiver on Tuesday. He took 24 snaps, his most in a single practice on offense so far, and "showed his considerable skills" as a receiver, according to Garry Smits of the Jacksonville Florida Times-Union. Hunter, who won the Heisman Trophy at Colorado last season, entered the NFL as the second overall pick in this year's draft and will attempt to play both receiver and cornerback with the Jags. The 22-year-old hasn't manned both positions in one practice yet, but head coach Liam Coen has indicated that should change soon. At receiver, Hunter has the talent to serve as an excellent complement to Jaguars No. 1 Brian Thomas Jr. The question is how much playing time he'll get at the position during games. So far in camp, Hunter has tallied 79 snaps on offense and 47 on defense.
Jul 29, 2025 8:08 PM EST
All of Jacksonville Jaguars two-way rookie Travis Hunter's snaps came on defense at Sunday's training camp practice, according to Michael DiRocco of ESPN. Hunter has 24 snaps in total -- three in 7-on-7 drills and 21 snaps in 11-on-11 (with three pass breakups). The second overall pick in this year's draft made his debut on defense at training camp and should soon mix in on both offense and defense. Once that happens, it will be the norm moving forward for the Heisman Trophy winner, per head coach Liam Coen. The 22-year-old is an elite athlete and will attempt to play both receiver and cornerback for the Jags in his first year in the NFL. He has the opportunity to be the WR2 behind Brian Thomas Jr., but the mystery of how many offensive snaps he will play per week and how effective he'll be as a two-way player makes him a pretty big risk in fantasy in 2025.
Jul 27, 2025 1:06 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars two-way player Travis Hunter will be making his camp debut on the defensive side of the ball on Friday. It looks like the Jags are going to start Hunter slow and have him only practice on one side a day. After a few weeks, the Jags want Hunter to practice on offense and defense daily. It remains to be seen how the Jags plan to use Hunter during the regular season. Hunter figures to split up time between offense and defense, but will likely play on the offensive side more frequently. Fantasy managers should get a better idea of his usage as camp goes on.
Jul 25, 2025 9:16 AM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen said at training camp on Wednesday that rookie first-round wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter will practice on both offense and defense after like the first six or so practices in camp. After that happens, Coen said Hunter playing on both sides of the ball on the same day in practice will "kind of become the norm." From the start, the Jaguars have incorporated the Heisman Trophy winner much more on offense, but he will soon be working on both sides of the ball. The Jaguars front office said that the 22-year-old is more naturally comfortable on defense, which is why they feel he needs more work on offense to start. Hunter certainly has the physical abilities to become the WR2 in Jacksonville in 2025 behind Brian Thomas Jr., but how much is he really going to be on the field on offense? He will probably be overvalued in fantasy drafts this fall.
Jul 23, 2025 1:30 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter is working with the offense to start training camp, according to ESPN's Michael DiRocco. Specifically, Hunter is working on his releases, and it's exciting that Jacksonville would have him focus on the offensive aspect of his game first. Much has been made regarding the 22-year-old's ability to play both ways, and even more so on how much time he'll get at each position. For now, at least, it appears that the team is prioritizing his impact on offense. Hunter's upside is sky-high heading into his rookie season, and other than teammate Brian Thomas Jr., few other Jaguars pass-catchers pose a threat in terms of garnering targets. It could be bumpy early on as he adjusts to NFL defenses, but he should inject a good bit of juice into Jacksonville's passing game.
Jul 23, 2025 9:38 AM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter is already making waves at his first NFL minicamp, and his teammates are taking notice. The former Colorado standout, known for his rare ability to play both wide receiver and cornerback, has impressed with his intensity and preparation. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence spoke highly of Hunter's early contributions, stating, "Travis has been great - just his work ethic, how he's come in. He's been one of the hardest-working guys we have." Lawrence also emphasized Hunter's commitment to mastering both sides of the playbook, adding, "I think it's commitment to learning the playbook and trying to learn the two systems." Hunter's historic Heisman campaign as a two-way player in college captivated the nation, but he'll face an even greater challenge in the NFL. Rookies often struggle to adjust to the pace and physical demands of the pro game, and Hunter's dual-role workload only adds to the difficulty. Still, his dedication and drive may give him a chance to defy the odds. As the Jaguars continue to rebuild, Hunter's versatility and mindset could be foundational pieces for the franchise's future success.
Jul 13, 2025 3:22 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars players and coaches have been impressed by rookie first-round wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter's endless motor, with quarterback Trevor Lawrence saying he can run all day. Hunter's ball skills and football IQ have also stood out during offseason workouts, according to ESPN's Michael DiRocco. The second overall pick in this year's NFL draft catches the ball easily and has shown good body control when he's had to go up for an errant pass. Jacksonville has mostly had the former Colorado star focus on offense, but his defensive coaches like his retention level despite spending more time on the offensive side of the ball so far. Hunter is an elite athlete and should be the Jags' No. 2 receiver sooner than later, but fantasy managers should be careful not to overspend for a player that will be playing both sides of the ball.
Jun 25, 2025 12:51 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars two-way star Travis Hunter signed his four-year, $46.65 million contract on Sunday. The deal also includes a hefty $30.57 million signing bonus. The 2025 No. 2 overall pick had plenty of hype entering the NFL Draft after a successful tenure at the collegiate level. However, despite high expectations, it may take Hunter some time to get acclimated to how things operate under new head coach Liam Coen. As a result, he may spend more time on the defensive side of the ball throughout his rookie year. While that doesn't necessarily mean Hunter won't get work on the offensive end, it could take him longer than anticipated before he becomes a trustworthy fantasy performer. That should lower his redraft value heading into the 2025-26 campaign. On the other hand, Hunter is worth drafting early in rookie drafts, at least by the fantasy managers willing to be patient.
Jun 22, 2025 6:31 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie two-way star Travis Hunter, who was taken second overall in this year's NFL draft, has impressed the coaching staff during offseason workouts. However, he might be more comfortable on the defensive side of the ball in his first year in the league. It makes sense as to why the Jaguars focused on getting Hunter more reps on the offensive side early on. "This is not an offense specifically that you just go out, line up and play," said head coach Liam Coen. "Our understanding that Travis is most naturally comfortable, most naturally in tune on the defensive side of the ball, we wanted to load him up offensively throughout this window to ensure that by the time we got to training camp, we had a runway built up on that side because there's so much more nuance." The Jags plan to play Hunter on both sides of the ball his rookie season, which will probably hurt his fantasy ceiling as a pure wideout. Don't reach for Hunter on draft day in redraft leagues.
Jun 18, 2025 12:06 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars general manager James Gladstone said on Sirius XM NFL Radio that the team believes that rookie first-round wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter has the ability to play on both sides of the ball for entire games in the NFL. "He does not tire," Gladstone said. "He's got a spark, he's got the energy, the capacity from a physical standpoint to be able to be able to do it is certainly there." Jacksonville hasn't exactly determined the exact number of offensive or defensive snaps per game that they are expecting Hunter to play in his rookie season, but they are confident he can handle whatever they ask of him. Early on, the second overall pick out of Colorado has spent more time on offense learning the system, but when the time comes, he's expected to have a bigger role on defense. Hunter has elite athleticism and should quickly become the WR2 behind Brian Thomas Jr.
Jun 17, 2025 12:32 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie first-round wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter played both offense and defense in the same day in front of the media on Thursday in the team's final day of mandatory minicamp, according to SI.com's John Shipley. It's a preview of what's to come in training camp this summer, and Shipley writes that Hunter seems to be handling the weight of the role well so far. The 22-year-old second overall pick started focusing on offense first early this offseason, but the Jags plan on using him on both sides of the ball in his rookie year in 2025. The Heisman Trophy winner is an elite athlete and should be Jacksonville's No. 2 wideout behind Brian Thomas Jr. right away, but it's unclear exactly how often he'll be targeted and how many snaps a game he'll be involved on offense. The upside is intriguing, but fantasy managers should consider him a WR4/flex, at best.
Jun 12, 2025 6:05 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie first-round wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter was out on the field with the defense last week, per head coach Liam Coen, and he's been learning a bunch both on offense and defense during offseason workouts. The Jaguars aren't putting Hunter on both offense and defense on the same day, although he does still meet with the defense on days that he practices with the offense. Per The Coachspeak Index, it sounds like Hunter's defensive snaps early in his rookie year will be more of the third-down/high-leverage variety. The 22-year-old second overall pick in this year's NFL draft is an elite athlete, but it's hard to gauge his fantasy value in Year 1 as he looks to play both sides of the ball. The good news is that the Jaguars appear to be planning on making him more of a focal point on offense early in his NFL career than on defense.
May 28, 2025 1:07 PM EST
SI.com's John Shipley writes that Jacksonville Jaguars rookie two-way star Travis Hunter looked to take a noticeable step forward in his first OTA practice on Monday after he looked like he was learning to become a full-time receiver during rookie minicamp. Hunter was crisper in his routes, showed consistent hands and was able to make a number of plays in team drills on Monday. There will be a progression to the 22-year-old's game at the NFL level, but it's a good sign that he's already showing improvement, and Shipley writes that Hunter will obviously play a major role in the Jags' offense in 2025 and beyond. Jacksonville appears to prefer to use the second overall pick on offense rather than defense early in his career, but it's still too early to say how much exactly he'll factor in on offense in 2025. The Heisman Trophy winner has the skill to be the No. 2 wideout immediately, but his fantasy value will depend on how much he's also used on defense.
May 19, 2025 10:56 PM EST
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter will "primarily" practice with the offense during rookie minicamp, according to NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe. The Jaguars plan to add defensive reps to his practice regimen eventually, but it's unclear if that will happen before the end of minicamp. Hunter is arguably the most athletic player in this year's rookie class, dominating as an offensive and defensive superstar at Colorado. As a receiver, he led the Big 12 with 96 catches and 15 touchdowns. While most fantasy members will only be able to get points for Hunter's offensive or defensive contributions (not both), he's still a high-upside fantasy option given his skill set and track record. Hunter's injury risk will have to be taken into consideration since he could be playing twice as many snaps as a typical player, but there's no denying his ability to produce when called upon.
May 9, 2025 11:11 AM EST
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