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Jags' No. 2 Pick: $46.6M Deal Explained
13 Mar
Summary
- Travis Hunter's Jaguars contract is worth $46.6 million.
- He has earned approximately $31 million so far.
- Rookie deals pay out over time, not all at once.

Travis Hunter, the Jacksonville Jaguars' No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 draft, signed a rookie contract totaling $46.6 million. This deal, fully guaranteed, includes a significant signing bonus of $30,566,636, which forms the largest portion of his initial earnings.
As of early 2026, Hunter has accumulated approximately $31.4 million in career earnings. This figure comprises his signing bonus, 2025 base salary, and early 2026 payments, including a roster bonus. The remaining funds from his contract are set to be paid out in subsequent years.
The structure of NFL rookie contracts means funds are disbursed over time. Hunter's cap hit in 2026 exceeds $10 million, reflecting the spread of his signing bonus for salary cap accounting, despite lower annual cash salaries.
Hunter's potential as a two-way player at wide receiver and cornerback has drawn comparisons to baseball's Shohei Ohtani. If he excels at both positions for the Jaguars, his subsequent contract could be significantly more lucrative than current receiver or cornerback deals.




