The Jaguars are not changing Travis Hunter’s role.

The Jacksonville Jaguars have revealed that Travis Hunter will continue to play on both sides of the ball.

Hunter, the No. 2 overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, played at both wide receiver and cornerback at Colorado.

Former head coach Deion Sanders allowed him to dominate both on offense and defense, which enhanced his reputation as a two-way star.

While there were doubts that such exertion would be sustainable in the NFL, the Jaguars also gave their rookie snaps on both sides of the ball. Unfortunately, he suffered a season-ending knee injury in October.

The former Colorado standout marked a new chapter ahead of his rookie season, getting baptized, revamping his look, and tying the knot, perhaps in an effort to signal a personal and professional evolution.

However, he found himself sidelined midway through the term.

GM Says Expected Roster Moves Almost Guarantee That Travis Hunter Will Play On Both Sides Of The Ball

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter (Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images)
Jaguars head coach Liam Coen said shortly after the injury that it was too early to tell whether Hunter would continue to play at both receiver and cornerback in 2026. But, with the season now over, general manager James Gladstone has suggested that will be the case.

Gladstone noted that Hunter’s rehabilitation is going according to plan before revealing the player would still be expected to function in dual roles.

“Beyond that, in the role that he’ll play, we still expect him to play on both sides of the ball,” he said.“Obviously, you can take a peek at expiring contracts on our roster and which side of the ball has more.” 

Gladstone also explained that expected outgoings have pushed the team in that direction

“Obviously at this point, walking into the offseason, corner is a position where we have a few guys who are on expiring contracts. So, by default, you can expect there to be a higher emphasis on his placement.”

Hunter played 324 snaps on offense and 162 on defense in seven appearances last season. He registered 28 catches for 298 yards and one touchdown as a receiver and 15 tackles as a defensive back.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.