The Jacksonville Jaguars went all-in on making Travis Hunter the crown jewel of their 2025 rookie class, and the superstar’s infections and down-to-earth personality is already being felt in Duval County and beyond.
Clips of Hunter running routes and catching passes at rookie minicamp over the weekend made the rounds on social media, and the former two-way Colorado Buffaloes star clearly brings a vibe, often dancing and gesturing to spectators throughout the workouts.
Hunter had an even bigger viral moment off the field that was shared by Jaguars beat reporter Travis D. Holmes, who caught wind of a Facebook post from a woman who was randomly seated next to Hunter on a recent United Airlines flight.
“I had the most wonderful flight home from Denver,” read the FB post from Sandy Hawkins Combs, who included a selfie with Hunter. “I met the nicest young man who sat next to me. He offered to put my bag in the overhead compartment and helped me with my tray. He was always polite, saying “yes ma’am” or “no ma’am.” Anyone would be proud to have him as a son or grandson—so polite.
“People walking by were saying congratulations, great job, or even taking pictures. I turned and asked him, “Who am I sitting next to?” I looked at his Jaguar pants, smiled, and asked, “Are you an athlete?” He smiled and said, “I’m Travis. Yes, I was drafted by the Jags.” I already told my sons I want his jersey.
“He’s so humble and down-to-earth—I would have never guessed he was a professional athlete. JACKSONVILLE JAGS, you did good! I will be buying tickets.
“United Airlines, thank you for my seat assignment!”
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When you invest the kind of future draft capital that Jacksonville did to move up and draft Hunter with the No. 2 overall pick, you’re investing as much in the person as you are the player. It’s still early, but Hunter’s legend only continues to grow in Duval.
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