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Jaguars Rookie Travis Hunter Impresses in First Minicamp as Dual-Role Prospect

Seamless minicamp performance highlights Jacksonville's plan to use him in dual roles at receiver, cornerback.

Travis Hunter is the star attraction during the Jacksonville Jaguars minicamp.
Hunter (No. 12) has been practicing on both offense and defense for the Jaguars.

Overview

  • Hunter was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft after winning the Heisman Trophy at Colorado.
  • During rookie minicamp, defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile praised his rapid grasp of schemes and infectious energy on both offense and defense.
  • He signed a four-year deal worth roughly $47 million with a fifth-year team option.
  • The rookie purchased a $3.275 million mansion in the Deerwood Country Club community, close to EverBank Stadium and the Jaguars’ practice facility.
  • NFL.com analyst Judy Battista named him a dark horse candidate for MVP based on his unprecedented two-way role.