Travis Hunter focuses on defense during Jaguars' light practice
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 12:54 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Travis Hunter, the dual-position player for the Jacksonville Jaguars, dedicated the entire Day 17 of training camp to defensive drills. The Jaguars are prioritizing his defensive role as he was listed as a starter on defense amidst limited offensive practice opportunities due to injuries. During the session, Hunter participated in 26 total snaps, primarily in 11-on-11 and 7-on-7 scenarios, showcasing his skills in coverage. He was able to receive real-time coaching from defensive backs coach Matt Araujo, which is expected to benefit his development. The Jaguars are heading toward the final week of their preseason practice schedule.
- •Travis Hunter spent all practice time with Jaguars' defense.
- •Hunter had a total of 26 snaps, mostly in 11-on-11 drills.
- •He was targeted in coverage, forcing an incompletion.
- •Jaguars' final week of training camp is approaching.
- •Hunter's offensive reps have decreased as he focuses on defense.
- 12:54 AMYahoo Sports — Recapping Travis Hunter's snaps, play on Day 2 of Jaguars-Bucs joint practice
- 11:42 PMYahoo Sports — Travis Hunter plays only defense in Jaguars joint practice v. Bucs
- 5:46 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars' Travis Hunter plays defense only for a second day in a row
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Travis Hunter spends entire day on defense as Jaguars have light practice
"Following Day 2 of the Jaguars and Bucs joint practice, let's take a look at where Travis Hunter was lining up.
"In the Jaguars first training camp practice with the Bucs, it was all defense for Travis Hunter.
"Tracking Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter and his usage during training camp practices.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 12:54 AMRecapping Travis Hunter's snaps, play on Day 2 of Jaguars-Bucs joint practice
Following Day 2 of the Jaguars and Bucs joint practice, let's take a look at where Travis Hunter was lining up.
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 11:42 PMTravis Hunter plays only defense in Jaguars joint practice v. Bucs
In the Jaguars first training camp practice with the Bucs, it was all defense for Travis Hunter.
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 5:46 PMJaguars' Travis Hunter plays defense only for a second day in a row
Tracking Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter and his usage during training camp practices.
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 4:02 PMTravis Hunter spends entire day on defense as Jaguars have light practice
Tracking Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter and his usage during training camp practices.
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