The Jacksonville Jaguars gave up quite a bit to maneuver up and choose cornerback/extensive receiver Travis Hunter at second general, excess of most would to land a non-quarterback. Contemplating how a lot of a uncommon expertise he’s, Hunter is value what Jacksonville gave up.
The Jaguars despatched the No. 5 general decide, their second-round decide (No. 36 general), a fourth-round decide (No. 126 general) and a 2026 first-round decide in change for No. 2 general, a fourth-round decide (No. 104 general) and a sixth-round decide (No. 200 general).
With the deal, the Jaguars will not decide once more till the third spherical (No. 70 general). Parting with their 2026 first-round decide is daring, however Hunter mitigates the danger concerned contemplating his potential as a two-way athlete.
He is the very best cornerback and extensive receiver within the class, and ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported after he was chosen that the Jags intend to make the most of his distinctive skillset.
“They are going to on-board him by giving him a heavy dose of the extensive receiver place whereas nonetheless enjoying him at his extra pure postiion on protection,” Schefter wrote.
“Two positions for decide No. 2,” he added.
In Jacksonville, Hunter will kind a dynamic extensive receiver duo with 2024 first-round decide Brian Thomas Jr. Final season, he led all rookies with 1,282 receiving yards and 10 receiving touchdowns.
Hunter led the Large 12 with 96 receptions and 15 receiving TDs final season and gained 1,258 receiving yards. Per Pro Football Focus, he completed 2024 with a 64.7 % contested catch charge.
As a lot as Hunter will assist quarterback Trevor Lawrence within the passing sport, most of his worth may come on protection.
The Jaguars ranked final in move protection (257.4 yards allowed) a season in the past, giving up 29 passing touchdowns with solely six interceptions.
Hunter allowed 23 receptions on 41 targets (56.1 %) for 222 yards and one landing with 4 interceptions and 7 move breakups. Quarterbacks posted an unpleasant 39.9 passer ranking when focusing on him.
Hunter is a tradition setter and was broadly considered as the very best participant within the 2025 class.
The Jaguars needed to half with vital assets so as to add Hunter, however the reigning Heisman Trophy winner will make it nicely value it.
