Jacksonville Jaguars’ rookie Travis Hunter, is now the main topic for multiple NFL conversations after his debut on the preseason. He played alongside Jaguar’s main QB, Trevor Lawrence, and they way they played together was loved by fans that now consider them a marvellous duo. Known for his strong moves, Hunter is fast becoming a key sleeper pick for the 2025 NFL season.
Hunter enjoyed Lawrence’s presence
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In the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Hunter was on the field for 11 out of 12 plays with Lawrence. This hints he might be the starting player this season. The team used a three-wide receiver play a lot, which could help Hunter shine more in fantasy games.
NFL expert Adam Levitan pointed this out online, saying the Jaguars’ play style is like Liam Coen’s 2024 Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They used three-wide receiver plays a lot, ranking eighth in the league.
Travis Hunter (played) 11-of-12 snaps with (starting quarterback) Trevor Lawrence. #Jaguars were in 3-WR mostly. Liam Coen’s Bucs were at 71% 3-WR last season. 8th-most in NFL
Simple stats that define big potential
Hunter caught two receptions for only nine yards, not that great on its own to be fair. But football experts say do not miss how big this early play with the main team is. At Colorado, Hunter had 96 receptions, more than 1,200 yards, and 13 touchdowns in his last season at school, showing top skill in running routes and catching.
Playing both on offense and defense adds to his appeal in fantasy football, especially in games that give points for all kinds of big plays.
Fantasy Football effects
With fantasy draft time here, Hunter’s name and figure is moving up as a possible great pick late in drafts. His teamwork with Lawrence, and the team’s strong play style, put him in a spot to do well in the bigger leagues.
Fantasy owners looking for new stars should watch how Hunter is used and positioned in the next games. If he gets more playtime and passes thrown his way, he could turn out to be a good pick for flex spots or as an extra with WR3 potential.
The Jaguars have more preseason games coming up, and Hunter is set to play more. As the team sets the roster, fantasy football fans will keep a close eye to see if this new player can turn his skills into steady play.
