Travis Hunter’s effort to contribute on both offense and defense for the Jacksonville Jaguars took a meaningful step forward during the team’s scrimmage at EverBank Stadium on Friday night. The event provided Hunter with the opportunity to showcase his versatility in a simulated game environment, a key part of the Jaguars’ plan for their first-round rookie pick.
Hunter made his presence felt on both sides of the ball, logging 17 snaps on offense and catching three passes. Defensively, he took part in 21 snaps at cornerback. Head coach Liam Coen was pleased with the performance, emphasizing that the coaching staff was able to get the type of balanced, high-quality reps they were aiming for with Hunter in this session.
Travis Hunter (NFL)Hunter Impresses in Limited Defensive Action, Shines with Ball During Jaguars Scrimmage
Coen acknowledged that Hunter didn’t get much defensive action in terms of passes thrown his way, largely due to the strong performance of the defensive line, which limited offensive plays. However, he praised Hunter’s offensive contributions, noting that the rookie showed strong ability and poise with the ball in his hands, performing at a “high level” when given the opportunity.
The scrimmage was seen as a successful milestone in Hunter’s development as a two-way player. Coen described watching Hunter work in space as “pretty cool,” expressing optimism that the performance was just the beginning for the dynamic rookie. The Jaguars appear committed to developing Hunter as a legitimate threat on both offense and defense moving forward.
