By waqar Ali shah, Sports Business Correspondent | Oct 31, 2025 | Sports
Breaking: Travis Hunter injury update – Jaguars rookie on IR after non-contact knee scare. Fantasy impact, stats, return date. NFL trending now!
In a gut-wrenching blow to the Jacksonville Jaguars and NFL fans everywhere, rookie sensation Travis Hunter has been placed on Injured Reserve (IR) after suffering a non-contact knee injury** during Thursday’s practice. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft – the electrifying two-way star from Colorado who dazzled with his Heisman-winning flair – now faces a minimum four-game absence, making him ineligible to return until Week 13 against the Tennessee Titans on November 30.
This news dropped like a Halloween bombshell, spiking “Travis Hunter” to the top of Google Trends nationwide today and igniting an emotional firestorm on X (formerly Twitter). With the Jags (4-3) gearing up for a crucial Week 9 clash against the Las Vegas Raiders this Sunday, Hunter’s sideline stint couldn’t come at a worse time – especially after his breakout performance just weeks ago.
The Shocking Details: What Happened to Travis Hunter?
Head coach Liam Coen broke the news during Friday’s press conference, confirming the injury occurred in a freak non-contact drill post-Week 8 bye – no tackles, no collisions, just pure bad luck. The Jaguars are still evaluating the full extent – no official word on ACL tears or timelines beyond the mandatory four weeks – but Coen didn’t sugarcoat the frustration:
Yeah, it’s definitely not ideal timing — not that any injury is ideal timing. But got to believe the makeup, his general attitude toward life, how he handles dealing with specific situations — I have a lot of belief in Travis as a person, as a competitor to come back better than ever.
Liam Coen, Jaguars Head Coach
Hunter, known for his “minor setback for a major comeback” vibe, was reportedly in good spirits despite the hit. But whispers on X suggest it could sideline him longer – even into the playoffs – with some fearing a season-ender.
Why This is Crushing the NFL World (And Your Fantasy Team)
Hunter’s absence ripples far beyond Duval County. The Jags were ramping up his snaps – planning a bigger offensive role after the bye – to unleash his dual-threat magic (WR by day, lockdown CB by night). Now? Jacksonville’s receiver room thins out, with Brian Thomas Jr. (nursing a shoulder tweak), Dyami Brown, Parker Washington, and Tim Patrick (groin) stepping up amid a depth crisis.
Fantasy managers are in meltdown mode: Hunter’s Week 7 explosion (8 catches, 101 yards, 1 TD vs. the Rams in London) had him trending as a must-start. Drop him? Stash for playoffs? X is divided.
On the field, the secondary holds (more CB depth), but the offense – already sputtering – loses its X-factor. Jags fans, already haunted by a 35-7 London thrashing, now face Raiders without their “attitude machine.”
Hunter’s Rookie Stats at a Glance
| Category | Snaps (Offense/Defense) | Receptions/Yards/TDs | Tackles/Pass Deflections |
| Season Total (7 Games) | 364/162 | 28/298/1 | 15/3 |
| Week 7 vs. Rams | Limited Defense | 8/101/1 | N/A |
| Pre-Injury Projection | Increased WR Role | Breakout Potential | Full Two-Way Beast |
| Pre-Injury Projection | Increased WR Role | Breakout Potential | Full Two-Way Beast |
The Bigger Picture: Can the Jags Survive Without Hunter?
This isn’t just an injury; it’s a narrative killer. Hunter entered the league as the ultimate unicorn – the guy who plays both ways like it’s backyard ball – but a rocky transition (preseason upper-body ding, fluctuating snaps) had tempered the hype. His London TD felt like the turning point. Now, with the trade deadline looming and a playoff push on the line, Jacksonville must rally.
Coen insists it’s “assessable,” but insiders note the WR hit stings more. Will this spark a fire under the 4-3 squad, or expose their flaws? And Hunter? Expect that viral comeback montage by December – if not sooner.
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Sources: Adam Schefter/X, ESPN, NFL.com, Jaguars PR
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