Why Travis Hunter Isn’t Playing Offense, Instead Almost All Defense for Jaguars
Despite being drafted No. 2 overall in 2025 as a two-way star from Colorado, Travis Hunter is being used almost exclusively on defense by the Jaguars.
Travis Hunter Start or sit, Week 5
WR · Jacksonville Jaguars · #12
Final
1.9 pts
1 rec, 9 yds
PPR scoring.
Status
- Depth chart
- WR #5
- Offense
- College
- Colorado
- Experience
- 2 seasons
Week
Week 5
Matchup
Philadelphia Eagles
DFS salary
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Projection
0.5
Recent form
2026 season (5 games): 3 rush yds · 2 rec · 17 rec yds
- Wk 5vs PHIW 19-171 rec, 9 rec yds1.4 pts
- Wk 4@ CINW 22-170.0 pts
- Wk 3vs NEW 35-60.0 pts
- Wk 2@ DENL 13-200.0 pts
- Wk 1vs CLEW 34-103 rush yds, 1 rec, 8 rec yds1.6 pts
Season by season
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| 2026 · JAX | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 · JAX | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Travis Hunter: quick answers
- Who does Travis Hunter play in week 5?
- Travis Hunter faces Philadelphia Eagles with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- Is Travis Hunter injured?
- Travis Hunter has no injury designation right now.
What's happening with Travis Hunter
Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter, drafted No. 2 overall as a two-way talent from Colorado, is currently being deployed almost entirely on defense rather than splitting snaps on offense as well. The usage marks a shift from expectations entering the draft and could shape how Jacksonville develops his role going forward.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Travis Hunter's second NFL game has seen Jacksonville lean more heavily on his defensive snaps as the team recalibrates its two-way usage plan. The gradual approach appears to be paying dividends early, with coaches emphasizing his cornerback role over splitting time with offense. The shift suggests the Jaguars are prioritizing his development and fit on defense this season.
Source:Yahoo SportsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Film review of Week 4 highlighted strong performances from Amarius Mims, Tyler Guyton and Travis Hunter, with analysts pointing to their play as evidence each is trending toward stardom. The praise reflects growing confidence in their development this season, with all three expected to keep building on that momentum as the year progresses.
Source:The AthleticOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Travis Hunter's two-way role in Jacksonville is fading as the season progresses. After the Jaguars improved to 3-1 with a win over Cincinnati, his usage on both sides of the ball has continued to shrink, suggesting the team is moving toward using him primarily at one position going forward.
Source:ClutchPointsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Travis Hunter did not take a single offensive snap in Jacksonville's win over the Bengals, with coach Liam Coen opting to use him strictly on defense. The decision worked out for the Jaguars, though it raises questions about how his two-way role will be managed going forward.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
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