JAGUARS’ BOLD MOVE: Travis Hunter to Focus on WR First, CB Second

According to reports, the Jaguars are entering training camp with a clear developmental plan for Travis Hunter: “receiver first, cornerback second.” The team’s focus during voluntary workouts and minicamp has been primarily evaluating his potential as a wide receiver, with his defensive skills taking a secondary role in their immediate planning. This approach aligns with Hunter’s explosive offensive capabilities, though it could create some interesting challenges down the road. If most of his practice time is dedicated to developing his receiving skills, there’s a real question about how ready he’ll be to step in and cover elite NFL receivers when the team needs his defensive versatility. Honestly, I think this makes sense from a development standpoint - you want to maximize what could be a truly special offensive weapon. But as someone who’s watched this league for years, the lack of consistent defensive reps has me a bit concerned about asking him to switch mid-game and lock down top-tier receivers. Hunter’s two-way ability is obviously rare, but how the Jaguars manage his training load and game usage will make or break this experiment. What’s your take on this strategy? Do you think focusing primarily on his WR development is the smart play, or should they be splitting his time more evenly between both positions? #NFL #Jaguars #TravisHunter