Year 2 presents a new opportunity for Travis Hunter. The wide receiver and cornerback is thrilled about a new challenge with the Jacksonville Jaguars, and his offseason transformation is proof of it.
In his first NFL season, Travis Hunter suffered an LCL knee tear that cut his season short. Many analysts believed it was due to a lack of muscle, which is why he has decided to take action to prevent another injury.
According to Jordan Schultz, Travis Hunter said on Friday that he put in a lot of work to build muscle this offseason, adding 10 pounds, which has made him feel lighter on his feet.
Travis Hunter knows availability is the best ability
When the Jaguars traded up to acquire Travis Hunter in 2025, they knew they were getting a dual-threat player who was hungry to prove his abilities on both sides of the ball.
Unfortunately, his body couldn’t keep up with the demands, and the knee injury was a reflection of the heavy workload. There is no doubt he is a talented player, but being available for his team is the best ability he could have.
The Jaguars have yet to determine if Hunter will play on both sides of the ball this season. He wants to continue in his two-way role, but Jacksonville appears to be more interested in having him more on defense than on offense.
The AFC South is very intriguing
Last season, the AFC South had multiple leaders throughout the year. Ultimately, the Jaguars secured the divisional title, but mostly thanks to external circumstances.
The Texans and the Colts suffered key injuries to their quarterbacks, which helped Jacksonville take advantage and secure more wins. However, in 2026, they can’t rely on outside factors and must live up to expectations.
