Travis Hunter was one of the most coveted talents in the latest NFL Draft, with the Jacksonville Jaguars ultimately selecting him. Unfortunately for Trevor Lawrence, one of his key weapons received bad news regarding his injury.
According to reports from NFL insider Ian Rapoport on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, the former Colorado Buffaloes player underwent season-ending knee surgery, meaning he will no longer see game action for the remainder of the campaign.
“Sources: #Jaguars star CB/WR Travis Hunter underwent season-ending knee surgery, with eyes set on 2026. It was an LCL repair,” Rapoport stated via @RapSheet. “He’s expected to return within 6 months to full football activities.”
This news represents a major blow to the Jaguars’ aspirations, as they aimed to become contenders in their division. Now, Lawrence will have to rely on other options at that position for the remainder of the season.
How much do the Jaguars lose without Hunter?
The Jacksonville Jaguars are dealing with a massive void on both sides of the ball after rookie sensation Travis Hunter was lost for the season with an LCL injury, a devastating blow to their playoff hopes. Hunter, the No. 2 overall pick, was quickly becoming a key weapon, logging 28 receptions for 298 yards and one touchdown through seven games.
More critically, he was a versatile force, playing over 300 snaps on offense and over 160 snaps on defense, making him the team’s most adaptable playmaker. His absence strips the Jaguars of a unique two-way threat, forcing the offense to rely more heavily on its existing receiving corps.
Getting back on the winning track
The Jacksonville Jaguars are aggressively attempting to turn the page after their gut-wrenching 36-29 loss to the Texans, a game in which they squandered the largest fourth-quarter lead in franchise history (19 points). Head Coach Liam Coen emphasized that the team must not let this maddening defeat “beat us again,” focusing entirely on the upcoming schedule.
Despite the crushing loss that saw them outscored 26-0 in the final quarter, defensive leaders stressed that the 5-4 Jaguars must immediately flip the script and demonstrate mental toughness to maintain their AFC South position and keep their playoff hopes alive.