Sports
Travis Hunter - English
Travis Hunter’s much-anticipated NFL preseason debut with the Jacksonville Jaguars brought both promising moments and a memorable misstep that will likely stick with him.
The two-way star, who had a standout college career at Colorado, played in the Jaguars’ 31-25 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Hunter showcased his versatility by stepping in both as a wide receiver and a cornerback. While there were positive flashes, one particular play made headlines for all the wrong reasons, casting a shadow over an otherwise promising debut.
Travis Hunter gives iconic NFL coach a blunt response about Jacksonville’s heat
Hunter played 19 snaps in total during his debut, 11 as a wide receiver and 8 as a cornerback. On offense, he had a modest performance, recording two catches for 9 yards. Though his stats weren’t anything to write home about, the short plays highlighted his ability to contribute as a receiver, which is one of the key components of his dual-role potential.
Hunter’s offensive presence, even in a brief stint, gave fans a glimpse of his skills and what he could offer the Jaguars as an additional weapon in their offense.
Defensively, Hunter had a quieter game, featuring in 8 snaps as a cornerback. Although no targets came his way, his experience at the position is still valuable for the Jaguars as they look to develop his skills on both sides of the ball.
The combination of being used as both a wide receiver and a defensive back shows the trust the team has in Hunter’s versatile abilities, and fans were eager to see how he would perform on the NFL stage.
A notable lowlight on defense
However, it was a defensive play that ended up being the most talked-about moment of Hunter’s debut. Early in the first quarter, as a cornerback, Hunter was tasked with stopping rookie running back Kaleb Johnson. The third-round pick from the 2025 NFL Draft stiff-armed Hunter with power, sending the Jaguars rookie sprawling to the ground.
The play quickly gained attention on social media, and many fans found humor in Hunter’s misfortune. Some posts even joked that Johnson had “dribbled” Hunter, further intensifying the moment’s viral nature.
Hunter became the target of online trolling, with many viewers mocking his attempt to tackle Johnson. While such moments are typical for rookies adjusting to the NFL, they quickly fueled criticism and added an element of embarrassment for the highly-touted player.
Still, the nature of preseason games means that Hunter’s debut was far from a final judgment of his abilities.
What’s next for Travis Hunter?
Despite the rough debut, it’s crucial not to put too much stock into a preseason performance. The game was a small sample of what Hunter can bring to the table, and there’s no doubt he’ll learn and grow from these early experiences.
As he gains more time and adjusts to the NFL’s pace, expectations remain high for Hunter to develop into the impactful player he was in college.
With the Jaguars’ next game against the New Orleans Saints on August 17, fans will be watching closely to see if Hunter can bounce back from his early setback and show more of his potential. His performance in the coming games will be vital for solidifying his place on the roster and continuing his development as a two-way player.
This news was originally published on this post .
About the author
2025 NFL Preview: Jacksonville Jaguars
Head Coach: Liam Coen (first season) PFF projected win total: 7.9 2024 Record: 4-13 (third in AFC South) Biggest strength: Wide Receivers Jacksonville could soon have one of the NFL’s best wide receiver duos: 2024 rookie sensation Brian Thomas Jr. and 2025 first-round pick Travis Hunter. Thomas stunned the league by turning in an 83.4 PFF receiving grade, a top-20 mark, last season. Meanwhile, Hunter's 89.0 PFF receiving grade placed seventh in the FBS last season despite his playing nearly 800 snaps at cornerback. If Trevor Lawrence is protected and kept healthy, he could put up huge numbers with his array of weapons on the outside. Biggest weakness: Secondary The Jaguars may need rookie Travis Hunter to help out in the secondary, considering their struggles last season. The team ranked 26th in PFF coverage grade, and their deficiencies at safety […]
Pequim estreia Olimpíada de Robôs Humanoides
Centenas de androides participaram da primeira competição mundial de robôs humanoides, que começou nesta sexta-feira em Pequim, com provas que vão dos 100 metros com barreiras até o kung fu. John Maeda: IA é pura matemática e humanos confundem chatbots com pessoas, diz vice-presidente de design da MicrosoftEntenda: Por que inteligência artificial deveria levar os pais a deixarem de postar fotos dos seus filhos? Os Jogos Mundiais de Robôs Humanoides, a primeira competição mundial que apresenta robôs com aparência humana, acontecem no Oval Nacional de Patinação de Velocidade da capital chinesa, construído especificamente para os Jogos Olímpicos de Inverno de 2022. O evento, que tem a participação de mais de 500 robôs de 16 países, inclui esportes tradicionais, como atletismo e basquete, assim como tarefas especializadas, como por exemplo, classificação de medicamentos e limpeza. “Acredito que em cerca de 10 […]
As últimas notícias do mercado: as contratações e os rumores de transferências que estão na ordem do dia
Atualizado a 15 de agosto ©IMAGO Já nos encontramos em pleno verão e, por isso, o mercado está ao rubro, com os clubes a acelerarem as negociações de forma a tentarem fechar as contratações de novos jogadores para 2025/26. Fórum Transfermarkt Queres discutir estas transferências e rumores com outros adeptos? Junta-te à conversa no fórum e partilha a tua opinião Acede ao fórum Dos gigantes europeus às movimentações das equipas da Liga Portuguesa, fica a par das notícias que têm agitado o mercado nas últimas horas.As últimas notícias do mercadoA notícia é do 'Record': o médio Pablo Rosario, do Nice, congelou a transferência para os sauditas do Al-Shabab depois de o FC Porto ter voltado à carga pela sua contratação.De acordo com o jornal 'Record', Benfica e Fenerbahce estão agora mais longe de chegar a um acordo tendo em vista […]
2025 NFL preseason: How to watch the Tennessee Titans vs. Atlanta Falcons game tonight
Cam Ward, 2025's No. 1 NFL draft pick, didn't have the best start to his freshman season. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated Ward's Tennessee Titans 29-7 in Week 1 of the NFL preseason. Tonight, Cam may have a shot at redemption when the Titans face the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons also had a tough preseason opener, losing to the Detroit Lions 17-10. Tonight's game will air on NFL Network at 7 p.m. ET. You can also stream it on NFL+. Here's how to watch the Titans vs. Falcons preseason game tonight.How to watch the Titans vs. Falcons preseason game:Date: Friday, Aug. 15AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementTime: 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PTLocation: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, AtlantaGame: Titans at FalconsTV channel: NFL NetworkStreaming: NFL+Titans vs. Falcons game time:The Titans will play the Falcons tonight at 7 p.m. ET.What channel is the Titans at Falcons game on?The Titans-Falcons […]
College Football Preview 2025: West Virginia Mountaineers
2024 Recap Following a surprise 9-4 record in 2023, West Virginia came crashing back down to earth with a 6-7 season in 2024. It was the Mountaineers’ fourth losing campaign in six years under Neal Brown, which ultimately led to his firing in December. The program replaced him with Rich Rodriguez, who led Jacksonville State to back-to-back nine-win seasons in its first two years as a member of the FBS. That included a Conference USA championship in 2024. Perhaps more importantly, Rodriguez was the head coach at West Virginia for seven seasons and amassed a 32-4 record across his final three years there from 2005 to 2007. Rich Rod is known for his reliance on the ground game, and that should remain true in 2025 with a star tailback in junior Jahiem White. He’ll need plenty of transfers on defense […]
College Football Preview 2025: Utah Utes
2024 Recap Utah entered 2024 as one of the favorites to win the Big 12 — and the No. 12 team in the preseason AP poll, the program's second-best opening ranking ever. However, the Utes went on to have their first losing campaign since 2013. That had nothing to do with the defense, which remained a top-15 unit in college football in EPA per play. Utah’s passing attack ultimately tanked the team's season, finishing with the worst PFF passing grade in the Power Four (48.4) across four quarterback starters. The Utes should have some stability under center in 2025 with the dynamic Devon Dampier transferring in from New Mexico. His development as a passer, along with a questionable group of weapons, will determine whether Utah can once again compete for conference titles. Biggest Strength: Offensive Line Utah boasts PFF’s second-ranked […]
Related
2025 NFL Preview: Jacksonville Jaguars
Head Coach: Liam Coen (first season) PFF projected win total: 7.9 2024 Record: 4-13 (third in AFC South) Biggest strength: Wide Receivers Jacksonville could soon have one of the NFL’s best wide receiver duos: 2024 rookie sensation Brian Thomas Jr. and 2025 first-round pick Travis Hunter. Thomas stunned the league by turning in an 83.4 PFF receiving grade, a top-20 mark, last season. Meanwhile, Hunter's 89.0 PFF receiving grade placed seventh in the FBS last season despite his playing nearly 800 snaps at cornerback. If Trevor Lawrence is protected and kept healthy, he could put up huge numbers with his array of weapons on the outside. Biggest weakness: Secondary The Jaguars may need rookie Travis Hunter to help out in the secondary, considering their struggles last season. The team ranked 26th in PFF coverage grade, and their deficiencies at safety […]
Pequim estreia Olimpíada de Robôs Humanoides
Centenas de androides participaram da primeira competição mundial de robôs humanoides, que começou nesta sexta-feira em Pequim, com provas que vão dos 100 metros com barreiras até o kung fu. John Maeda: IA é pura matemática e humanos confundem chatbots com pessoas, diz vice-presidente de design da MicrosoftEntenda: Por que inteligência artificial deveria levar os pais a deixarem de postar fotos dos seus filhos? Os Jogos Mundiais de Robôs Humanoides, a primeira competição mundial que apresenta robôs com aparência humana, acontecem no Oval Nacional de Patinação de Velocidade da capital chinesa, construído especificamente para os Jogos Olímpicos de Inverno de 2022. O evento, que tem a participação de mais de 500 robôs de 16 países, inclui esportes tradicionais, como atletismo e basquete, assim como tarefas especializadas, como por exemplo, classificação de medicamentos e limpeza. “Acredito que em cerca de 10 […]
As últimas notícias do mercado: as contratações e os rumores de transferências que estão na ordem do dia
Atualizado a 15 de agosto ©IMAGO Já nos encontramos em pleno verão e, por isso, o mercado está ao rubro, com os clubes a acelerarem as negociações de forma a tentarem fechar as contratações de novos jogadores para 2025/26. Fórum Transfermarkt Queres discutir estas transferências e rumores com outros adeptos? Junta-te à conversa no fórum e partilha a tua opinião Acede ao fórum Dos gigantes europeus às movimentações das equipas da Liga Portuguesa, fica a par das notícias que têm agitado o mercado nas últimas horas.As últimas notícias do mercadoA notícia é do 'Record': o médio Pablo Rosario, do Nice, congelou a transferência para os sauditas do Al-Shabab depois de o FC Porto ter voltado à carga pela sua contratação.De acordo com o jornal 'Record', Benfica e Fenerbahce estão agora mais longe de chegar a um acordo tendo em vista […]
2025 NFL preseason: How to watch the Tennessee Titans vs. Atlanta Falcons game tonight
Cam Ward, 2025's No. 1 NFL draft pick, didn't have the best start to his freshman season. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated Ward's Tennessee Titans 29-7 in Week 1 of the NFL preseason. Tonight, Cam may have a shot at redemption when the Titans face the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons also had a tough preseason opener, losing to the Detroit Lions 17-10. Tonight's game will air on NFL Network at 7 p.m. ET. You can also stream it on NFL+. Here's how to watch the Titans vs. Falcons preseason game tonight.How to watch the Titans vs. Falcons preseason game:Date: Friday, Aug. 15AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementTime: 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PTLocation: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, AtlantaGame: Titans at FalconsTV channel: NFL NetworkStreaming: NFL+Titans vs. Falcons game time:The Titans will play the Falcons tonight at 7 p.m. ET.What channel is the Titans at Falcons game on?The Titans-Falcons […]
College Football Preview 2025: West Virginia Mountaineers
2024 Recap Following a surprise 9-4 record in 2023, West Virginia came crashing back down to earth with a 6-7 season in 2024. It was the Mountaineers’ fourth losing campaign in six years under Neal Brown, which ultimately led to his firing in December. The program replaced him with Rich Rodriguez, who led Jacksonville State to back-to-back nine-win seasons in its first two years as a member of the FBS. That included a Conference USA championship in 2024. Perhaps more importantly, Rodriguez was the head coach at West Virginia for seven seasons and amassed a 32-4 record across his final three years there from 2005 to 2007. Rich Rod is known for his reliance on the ground game, and that should remain true in 2025 with a star tailback in junior Jahiem White. He’ll need plenty of transfers on defense […]
College Football Preview 2025: Utah Utes
2024 Recap Utah entered 2024 as one of the favorites to win the Big 12 — and the No. 12 team in the preseason AP poll, the program's second-best opening ranking ever. However, the Utes went on to have their first losing campaign since 2013. That had nothing to do with the defense, which remained a top-15 unit in college football in EPA per play. Utah’s passing attack ultimately tanked the team's season, finishing with the worst PFF passing grade in the Power Four (48.4) across four quarterback starters. The Utes should have some stability under center in 2025 with the dynamic Devon Dampier transferring in from New Mexico. His development as a passer, along with a questionable group of weapons, will determine whether Utah can once again compete for conference titles. Biggest Strength: Offensive Line Utah boasts PFF’s second-ranked […]
Be the first to leave a comment