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Sanders: Jaguars Ignored Coach's Insight on Hunter
18 May
Summary
- Jaguars drafted Travis Hunter without consulting Deion Sanders.
- Sanders coached Hunter for three seasons at two colleges.
- Hunter won the Heisman Trophy in his final college season.
Deion Sanders, Travis Hunter's college coach for three seasons, revealed that the Jacksonville Jaguars did not reach out to him for insights after drafting Hunter with the second overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. Sanders, who coached Hunter at Jackson State and Colorado, questioned why the team wouldn't seek his perspective on the player's motivations and tendencies.
Hunter enjoyed a successful college career, culminating in a Heisman Trophy win during his final season. He achieved significant stats on offense, including 15 touchdowns, and also made an impact on defense with four interceptions. Despite an injury during his rookie year with the Jaguars, he showed promise, scoring his first touchdown in Week 7 and surpassing 100 receiving yards.
The Jaguars have outlined a detailed plan for Hunter's development, aiming to maximize his two-way capabilities. While the team has shown flexibility in adjusting their strategy, the full execution of their plan for Hunter, particularly his increased role at cornerback, will be seen once he is fully healthy.
