Overview
- Coach Liam Coen publicly defended the team’s plan on Friday, saying neither he nor Travis Hunter cares about draft position or snap counts and that both care only about winning.
- Hunter has been used almost exclusively on defense this season and logged just 15 offensive snaps over three games, with one catch for eight yards and one rush for three yards.
- Jacksonville’s roster moves and play calling have reduced obvious receiver chances for Hunter, including the addition of Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington’s emergence and more frequent two‑tight‑end formations.
- Hunter’s offensive ramp-up was further complicated by a 2025 right‑knee ligament injury, but he has made tangible defensive plays this year, including a pass breakup in Denver and an interception against New England.
- Media and fan criticism continues to press for a clearer plan for Hunter’s two‑way role, and attention will focus on whether the Jaguars change his usage in Sunday’s game at Cincinnati.