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Jaguars Narrow Week-1 O-Line Identity as Camp Closes In on Week 1
sports3 days ago

Jaguars Narrow Week-1 O-Line Identity as Camp Closes In on Week 1

Day 17 of Jaguars camp pointed toward a Week 1 starting offensive line: Anton Harrison at left tackle, Emmanuel Pregnon at left guard, Robert Hainsey at center, Ezra Cleveland at right guard, and Walker Little at right tackle, with Cole Van Lanen’s health the key variable for Week 1. Travis Hunter remained largely at cornerback, signaling the team’s priority on defense early; Nate Boerkircher turned in his best practice at tight end with solid red-zone work alongside Trevor Lawrence. Jakobi Meyers was sidelined, prompting Josh Cameron and CJ Williams to get first-team reps, while Matt Dickerson delivered the play of the day with a read, interception, and return for a TD on a screen. The Jaguars wore no pads, emphasized passing and red-zone drills, and a few players (Mekari, Kiser, LeQuint Allen, Meyers, Regis) were not seen on Sunday.

Jaguars Camp Notebook: Hunter on Defense, Etienne Exit Sparks Run-Game Makeover
sports8 days ago

Jaguars Camp Notebook: Hunter on Defense, Etienne Exit Sparks Run-Game Makeover

Albert Breer’s Jaguars training camp notebook highlights Trevor Lawrence’s growing efficiency in a streamlined offense, Jakobi Meyers enabling better role fit, and Travis Hunter being deployed primarily on defense with offensive packages. The run game is expected to shift after Travis Etienne Jr.’s departure, led by Bhayshul Tuten and Chris Rodriguez Jr. on a more physical, inside-run approach. The offensive line has right-guard questions with Emmanuel Pregnon emerging, while the defense shows depth and potential new linebacker schemes under coach Campanile, as Arik Armstead and Travon Walker shape internal rotations and the secondary develops behind injuries to Jourdan Lewis.

Travis Hunter Stakes a Claim on Jaguars’ First Depth Chart
sports15 days ago

Travis Hunter Stakes a Claim on Jaguars’ First Depth Chart

The Jaguars released an unofficial first depth chart ahead of preseason, placing Travis Hunter as a starting cornerback and backup wide receiver to reflect his two-way role, with Anton Harrison at left tackle and Walker Little at right tackle. Bhayshul Tuten and Chris Rodriguez Jr. split the running back duties, while Ventrell Miller and Branson Combs are the top linebacker pairing. Matt Dickerson is the leading DT backup behind Arik Armstead, with Ruke Orhorhoro in the mix. The chart is unofficial and mainly reflects training-camp observations ahead of Week 1.

Washington Emerges as Jaguars' Camp Catalyst
sports16 days ago

Washington Emerges as Jaguars' Camp Catalyst

Two weeks into Jacksonville Jaguars camp, Parker Washington has emerged as the clear top target, the running backs (Bhayshul Tuten, Chris Rodriguez Jr., and LeQuint Allen) will all have roles with Allen thriving on passing downs, Travis Hunter is being utilized on both sides of the ball, and Anton Harrison looks set to start at left tackle in Week 1 as the defense shows promising pass-rush depth led by B.J. Green II and others.

Hunter aims for every-snap role after standout camp display
sports24 days ago

Hunter aims for every-snap role after standout camp display

Travis Hunter, the Jaguars’ versatile rookie, says he wants to play every snap on offense and defense. In camp he’s been active on both sides, with Sunday drills highlight-worthy by an interception and a 35-yard catch, and he’s logged significant two-way work early in practice (10 defense/7 offense in a team drill; 34 defense and 22 offense in 11-on-11 through a week). Trevor Lawrence says Hunter would play every snap if possible, though coaches will decide how to deploy him. Hunter, who played 324 offensive and 162 defensive snaps last season before a knee injury, is expected to contribute on both sides as he recovers, with his two-way potential partially driven by his Deion Sanders-era college success and the Jaguars’ decision to draft him high.

Travis Hunter Delivers Breakout Day at Jaguars Training Camp
sports24 days ago

Travis Hunter Delivers Breakout Day at Jaguars Training Camp

Travis Hunter powered Day 4 of Jaguars camp with a standout two-way performance—opening with a big catch, then an interception and a late contested catch on offense—earning camp-best status as Jacksonville moved toward pads; Parker Washington continued to emerge as Trevor Lawrence’s top target, Chris Rodriguez Jr. saw first-team snaps in team drills, and B.J. Green II again disrupted the defense, signaling a strong, well-rounded camp for the Jaguars.

Hunter shines in two-way display as Back Together Weekend wraps Sunday
sports24 days ago

Hunter shines in two-way display as Back Together Weekend wraps Sunday

Travis Hunter stole the show at Sunday’s Back Together Weekend, flashing in both offense and defense for Jacksonville with a pick and a 35-yard grab as part of what NFL observers called one of the best practices of the camp; other key notes included Jahmyr Gibbs holding in with Lions negotiations, Jaxson Dart adjusting to a new Giants offense, De’Von Achane targeting the NFL rushing title with the Dolphins, and Arizona’s unofficial depth chart suggesting a committee approach for Jeremiyah Love. NFL Network coverage highlighted a slate of camp storylines across the league.

Defense Breakouts in 2026: Carter, Campbell, Hunter Poised for Year 2
sports1 month ago

Defense Breakouts in 2026: Carter, Campbell, Hunter Poised for Year 2

NFL.com’s scouts notebook identifies 11 defensive players primed for breakout in 2026, led by Abdul Carter, Jihaad Campbell and Travis Hunter, as teams deploy more aggressive schemes to unlock a second-year jump. The piece highlights youngsters who flashed late in 2025 and could take on bigger roles, with Walter Nolen, Kool-Aid McKinstry, Upton Stout and others poised to become major contributors.

Jaguars OTAs Day 1 Highlights: Lawrence Looks Sharp as RB Room Opens Wide
sports3 months ago

Jaguars OTAs Day 1 Highlights: Lawrence Looks Sharp as RB Room Opens Wide

Jacksonville's first OTA day featured a wide-open running back room led by Bhayshul Tuten, a sharp Trevor Lawrence showing growth under Liam Coen, and strong showings from Parker Washington and Brian Thomas Jr. on offense; defensively, Ventrell Miller flashed as a playmaker, and Eric Murray capped the session with an interception, while Travis Hunter attended with the WR group but did not practice.

Travis Hunter to split reps at WR and CB for Jaguars in 2026
sports3 months ago

Travis Hunter to split reps at WR and CB for Jaguars in 2026

Jaguars GM James Gladstone says Travis Hunter will play on both sides of the ball in 2026, with an expected uptick in cornerback usage while continuing his wide receiver duties. Hunter’s rookie season featured 28 receptions for 298 yards and a TD on offense and 15 tackles on defense before a season-ending knee injury; the team emphasizes Hunter’s dual-role fit and is prioritizing corner depth this season. He has expressed a long-standing desire to play both ways, and Jacksonville plans to support that to help win games.

Hunter’s Two-Way Dream Dims as Jaguars Move Him to Cornerback
nfl4 months ago

Hunter’s Two-Way Dream Dims as Jaguars Move Him to Cornerback

The Jaguars’ 2025 trade-up for Travis Hunter aimed to give them a rare two-way star at WR/CB, but Ian Rapoport reports the team will move him to full-time cornerback with limited pass-game use. The shift dampens the two-way hype, and with only a small CB sample size (plus a season-ending injury) concerns grow that Hunter may not justify the No. 2 pick or the trade cost if he can’t excel at corner. The article argues the Jaguars likely overpaid for a potential bust, though Jacksonville should remain strong in 2026 regardless of Hunter’s role, and suggests alternate, more traditional drafting paths.