Travis Hunter Placed on IR Following Non-Contact Knee Injury
Jaguars receiver and defensive back Travis Hunter will be placed on injured reserve following a non-contact knee injury sustained during practice. Head coach Liam Coen confirmed this news at a press conference on Friday.
Injury Details and Expected Impact
Coen indicated that Hunter will miss at least four games. The team is actively assessing the injury to determine the best path forward for both Hunter and the overall team.
“We’re still assessing,” said Coen. “We haven’t gotten all of the information. This just started to develop last night. We’re awaiting further details to gauge how long he will be sidelined.”
Season Performance and Statistics
Travis Hunter, selected as the No. 2 overall pick in this year’s draft, has had a notable season thus far. His statistics include:
- 28 receptions
- 298 receiving yards
- 1 touchdown
- 15 total tackles
- 3 passes defensed
He has participated in 67 percent of the offensive snaps, 35 percent of defensive snaps, and 2 percent on special teams. Hunter recently delivered an impressive performance with eight catches for 101 yards, marking his first career touchdown against the Rams before the team’s bye week.
Coaching Perspective on Hunter’s Resilience
Coen acknowledged the unfortunate timing of Hunter’s injury but expressed confidence in the young player’s ability to overcome adversity. He stated, “It’s definitely not ideal timing — not that any injury is ideal timing. However, I believe in Travis as a person and a competitor.”
Coen emphasized that despite the setback, Hunter remains in good spirits. “It’s a minor setback for a major comeback,” Coen added. The coaching staff continues to support Hunter as he navigates this challenging situation.
