T he Jacksonville Jaguars' highly anticipated rookie minicamp has given fans their first glimpse of first-round pick Travis Hunter in action. The No. 2 overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft has spent the first few days working exclusively with the wide receivers, but that will soon change.

Head coach Liam Coen confirmed that Hunter's transition to cornerback will begin next week, allowing him to showcase his versatility on both sides of the ball. "He's been able to dive in and learn some of our three-deep coverages," Coen said. "We thought it was best to limit him to one side of the ball initially, but next week he'll start to roll on defense."

Hunter, a standout at Colorado and the 2024 Heisman Trophy winner, has embraced the challenge of playing both offense and defense at the professional level. "You just gotta get used to it," Hunter said. "It's just a lot of different types of calls, but, other than that, the defense is pretty easy. You've just got to get used to the offense."

The move that sets the franchise up

The Jaguars made a bold move to acquire Hunter, trading up to secure him with the second overall pick. His ability to contribute as both a wide receiver and cornerback makes him one of the most intriguing prospects in recent NFL history.

Fans have already shown their excitement, with nearly 2,000 supporters attending the open practice to watch Hunter in action. His presence on the field has generated significant buzz, and his transition to defense will be closely monitored as the Jaguars continue their offseason program.

With Hunter set to integrate into defensive drills next week, Jacksonville is eager to see how he adapts to the dual-role challenge. If his college career is any indication, Hunter's impact on both sides of the ball could be a game-changer for the Jaguars in the upcoming season.