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Jaguars' Travis Hunter Hits 20 mph, Ready for Camp

7/9/2026

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Summary

Hunter Regains Speed

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced that rookie Travis Hunter has regained speed after knee surgery and will be ready for camp.
He now runs 20 miles per hour, faster than before his injury.
The team selected him with the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NFL draft for his dual-position ability.
Coaches expect Hunter to play more defense than offense in 2026 and may limit his offensive snaps to preserve health.

Summary

Hunter Breaks Out

Jaguars kept rookie Hunter out of the offseason program, making training camp his first checkpoint.
He finished with 28 catches for 298 yards, a touchdown, and an eight-catch, 101-yard game vs Rams.
The team has not released a 2026 deployment plan, awaiting medical clearance before assigning his role.
Veteran defensive lineman Arik Armstead called him a “game changer,” noting his two-way talent could create matchup dilemmas.

Summary

Hunter Virtual Rehab

The Jaguars run a virtual-room for rookie Travis Hunter to study receiver and defensive-back schemes while rehabbing.
GM James Gladstone said the aim is for Hunter to be at “full tick” for training camp, while head coach Liam Coen believes staying in the system will aid his development.
The Jaguars limited his work but kept him in meetings and study to preserve IQ, reflecting a trend of tools for rookies.

History

Historical Context

Chuck Bednarik entered the NFL as the Eagles’ first-overall pick in 1949 and became the league’s last regular two-way player, starring on offense and defense through two championships before the practice faded in the 1960s. In 2025 the Jacksonville Jaguars drafted Travis Hunter second overall, and coach James Gladstone hopes his 28 receptions and defensive snaps can echo Bednarik’s durability.

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Hunter Regains Speed

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced that rookie Travis Hunter has regained speed after knee surgery and will be ready for camp.
He now runs 20 miles per hour, faster than before his injury.
The team selected him with the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NFL draft for his dual-position ability.
Coaches expect Hunter to play more defense than offense in 2026 and may limit his offensive snaps to preserve health.

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