Jaguars' Hunter to Participate Limitedly in Offseason Program

GM Gladstone provides update on rookie's recovery from knee injury

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:23pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a football player in motion, broken down into overlapping geometric shapes in muted tones of green, blue, and brown, conveying the complex recovery process for an injured player.The Jaguars' plans for Travis Hunter's second season hinge on his recovery from a knee injury that limited his rookie campaign.Today in Jacksonville

Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter, a two-way player who was limited to just seven games last season due to a knee injury, will be a limited participant in the team's offseason program as he continues to rehab, according to GM James Gladstone. Hunter is expected to return to full participation in training camp.

Why it matters

Hunter was a highly touted draft pick who the Jaguars hoped would make an immediate impact on both offense and defense. His injury-plagued rookie season was a disappointment, so his recovery and return to full strength will be crucial for the team's plans to utilize him as a full-time cornerback and part-time receiver in 2026.

The details

Hunter suffered a torn LCL during practice on Oct. 30 and was placed on injured reserve ahead of Week 9. Despite the setback, the Jaguars are optimistic about his recovery and plan to have him focus on cornerback with some offensive snaps in his second season.

  • Hunter was injured on October 30, 2025.
  • He was placed on injured reserve before Week 9 of the 2025 season.
  • The Jaguars' 2026 offseason program will begin in the coming weeks.

The players

Travis Hunter

A two-way player for the Jacksonville Jaguars who was limited to just seven games in his rookie season due to a knee injury.

James Gladstone

The general manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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What they’re saying

“He'll be, for all intents and purposes a limited participant throughout the offseason program with eyes on return to play at full tick in training camp.”

— James Gladstone, General Manager

What’s next

The Jaguars will continue to monitor Hunter's progress throughout the offseason program, with the goal of having him fully healthy and ready to contribute in a larger role during the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Hunter's injury-plagued rookie season was a disappointment, but the Jaguars remain optimistic about his potential and are taking a cautious approach to his recovery in order to have him at full strength for the 2026 campaign, when he is expected to be a key contributor on both offense and defense.