Jaguars fall to Broncos as Travis Hunter's playing time raises concerns

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Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Jaguars fall to Broncos as Travis Hunter's playing time raises concerns
Summary

The Jacksonville Jaguars lost 20-13 to the Denver Broncos on September 22, 2026, ending their nine-game regular-season win streak. Following the game, attention focused on Travis Hunter's limited playing time. Hunter played 37 of 62 defensive snaps and only six offensive snaps during the contest. Fans and analysts questioned the team's handling of the former Heisman winner, who previously starred as a two-way player at Colorado. Hunter expressed his readiness to contribute, while commentators speculated on his utilization in the Jaguars’ offensive schemes.

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  • Jaguars' loss ends a nine-game regular-season win streak.
  • Travis Hunter played 37 defensive snaps and six offensive snaps.
  • Fans criticized the Jaguars' handling of Hunter's playing time.
  • Hunter expressed willingness to contribute whenever called upon.
  • Jaguars face ongoing scrutiny following the game's outcome.
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  • 4:32 AMYahoo Sports‘What’s Going On With Travis Hunter?’ ‘I Can’t Defend This’ — NFL Fans Call Out Jaguars’ ‘Ugly’ Handling of Heisman Winner
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The Jacksonville Jaguars entered Sunday’s Week 2 game riding a nine-game regular-season win streak going back to the 2025-26 season. However, that run came to a screeching halt in an ugly 20-13 loss to the Denver Broncos, dropping the Jaguars to 1-1.

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