Travis Hunter impresses as Jaguars defeat Bengals 22-17
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

In a tightly contested matchup on October 5, the Jacksonville Jaguars secured a 22-17 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. Cornerback Travis Hunter contributed significantly, recording four tackles, three solo stops, and two passes defensed. His performance included a notable interception of Joe Burrow, although a penalty negated this play. Hunter, selected second overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, is already building on a promising start to his second season, which further raises expectations for his future in the league.
- •Jacksonville Jaguars defeat Cincinnati Bengals 22-17
- •Travis Hunter records four tackles and two passes defensed
- •Hunter's interception against Burrow was nullified by a penalty
- •Jaguars are now 3-1 for the season
- •Hunter was the second overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Could End Up Being the Greatest of All Time’ — Ex-NFL QB Makes Bold Prediction About Travis Hunter’s Career
"Kurt Benkert has a Travis Hunter prediction that should keep the replies busy. The former NFL quarterback believes the Jacksonville Jaguars star has a shot at football’s ultimate individual distinction, and he made sure nobody would mistake his enthusiasm for a casual compliment.
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