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Jaguars Rookie Travis Hunter Reunites With Woman From Viral Flight Before Primetime Win

A pregame reunion with Sandy Hawkins Combs reinforced the rookie's reputation for gracious, grounded conduct.

Overview

  • About 30 minutes before kickoff against the Chiefs on Oct. 6, the Jaguars shared video of Hunter and Sandy Hawkins Combs hugging on the EverBank Stadium sideline.
  • Their connection began in May when Combs’ Facebook post about a courteous seatmate on a United Airlines flight revealed he was the Jaguars’ No. 2 pick.
  • Hunter finished the game with three receptions for 64 yards, including a 44-yard catch, in Jacksonville’s 31-28 victory.
  • Combs attended in a Hunter jersey and later wrote that the night was an unforgettable experience, thanking the team on Facebook.
  • Some outlets reported Hunter invited Combs and that she had sideline access, a detail attributed to team or player facilitation and not independently confirmed.