Travis Hunter pulled off an NFL history-making two-way performance that we haven’t witnessed in 24 years. Even in a heart-wrenching 34-31 loss to the Texans in London, his dynamic showing for the Jaguars was straight-up jaw-dropping, making it the best game of his career so far. Despite the narrow defeat on a last-second field goal, Hunter’s heroics kept Jacksonville’s comeback hopes alive and showed everyone exactly what he’s capable of.
Unleashed on Offense, Hunter Delivers a Game-Changing Score
Honestly, the Jaguars have been holding Hunter back. For the last two seasons, they’ve been hesitant to let him loose as a full-time two-way player, leaning heavy on him as a starting cornerback this year. But against the Texans, it became clear early on that he was getting more involved in the passing game. In the fourth quarter, with the Jaguars trailing, Hunter exploded. He caught a pass from Trevor Lawrence in the middle of the field and took it to the house for a touchdown, cutting the deficit to just one score! This was his second NFL touchdown, and he finished the day with four catches for 59 yards, both his best totals of the 2026 season and only his third NFL game hitting over 50 receiving yards.
History Made: The Touchdown-Interception Combo
If you thought the touchdown was wild, Hunter wasn’t done. Not long after, he was back on defense, reminding everyone why he was a Heisman candidate at Colorado. He snagged an interception from C.J. Stroud in the end zone, a pick that absolutely kept the Jaguars in the game. What’s absolutely bonkers is that this wasn’t just a pick: Hunter added an interception on a day he already scored a touchdown. According to PFF, only three players in NFL history have ever caught a touchdown pass and logged an interception in the same game over the last 40 years! Travis Hunter joined Brian Dawkins (2002) and Keshawn Johnson (1999, in the playoffs) as the only guys to do it. Even more insane, Hunter’s touchdown and interception came on consecutive drives. This dude is built different. He also chipped in with 3 tackles and 1 pass defended.
This wasn’t just a highlight reel, it was a statement. Despite the loss, Hunter just forced the Jaguars to reckon with what they have in him. Can they really keep him on just one side of the ball now? His two-way capabilities are game-changing, and if they unleash him, opponents better watch out.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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