Few debates in sports stir up as much heat as the performance of NFL teams and the futures of their star players. A recent viral post on X has fueled this fire, targeting the Jacksonville Jaguars and their newest star, Travis Hunter.
In a recent post by NFL Rookie Watch, Hunter is seen dancing during practice — his usual, joyful self. The post reveals that some Jags fans want Hunter to relax on the fun and “lock in.”
Travis Hunter Jaguars Practice Clip Goes Viral For the Wrong Reasons
In the post by NFL Rookie Watch, Jacksonville 2025 first-round NFL Draft pick Travis Hunter is seen dancing in between drills. Meanwhile, 2024 first-round pick, WR Brian Thomas Jr., seems focused on the drills.
Travis Hunter’s personality is currently going VIRAL for being the exact opposite of Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars WR1).
Several fans are reportedly “fed up” with Hunter’s bubbly personality and want to see him fully focused on football, as Brian Thomas Jr. is seen.
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— NFL Rookie Watch (@NFLRookieWatxh) May 29, 2025
It’s easy to see why the video struck a nerve. The Jaguars’ track record hasn’t been great since joining the NFL in 1995. They’ve notched seven playoff appearances, with a total record of 189-259, translating to a 42.2% winning percentage.
The data paints a grim picture: no Super Bowl titles, few deep postseason runs, and only one AFC Championship win in 2017.
Additionally, the account mentioned several quotes from Jacksonville fans about Hunter’s potential with the Jags in the post.
“Several fans are reportedly ‘fed up’ with Hunter’s bubbly personality and want to see him fully focused on football, as Brian Thomas Jr. is seen,” the account writes. “’Don’t bring that Colorado energy to Jacksonville’…’This was cool for a little bit, but you can tell BTJ wants him to lock in’… ‘It’s in his blood to go for clicks over wins. Get used to this.’
Still, the post concludes by saying that Hunter has improved his game since arriving in Florida. “Despite the recent hate, Hunter has reportedly made ‘serious progress’ in his route tree and is starting to see some defensive work,” the post concluded.
Travis Hunter’s Potential to Transform the Jaguars
Hunter’s college stats at Colorado were jaw-dropping: 96 catches for 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns as a receiver, paired with 36 tackles, 11 passes defended, and four interceptions as a cornerback in his final season. His performance culminated in a Heisman Trophy — the first for a “defensive” player in many years.
On offense, Hunter’s speed and hands give quarterback Trevor Lawrence a dynamic weapon, something the team has lacked since their 2017 playoff run. Defensively, his knack for reading plays and snagging picks could shore up a secondary that ranked 26th in passing yards allowed last season.
If HC Liam Coen’s staff can harness this dual-threat ability, Hunter might not just thrive, he could lift the Jaguars out of their perennial rut.
The X posts tell the story of a fan base at odds. Under the lens of this controversy, reactions range from optimism to cautious concern. Here’s a breakdown of the key voices.
“Travis Hunter is going to change the Jaguars’ fortunes. He doesn’t need a ‘better’ franchise; he’s going to make them better,” one user commented.
“I hope the Jaguars don’t waste his talent like they’ve done with other players. He deserves a team that can compete,” another said.
Hunter’s success hinges on more than his own talent. The Jaguars need to surround him with support, from a sharper offensive line to a stouter defense, areas where they’ve lagged. If they can’t, the skeptics might have a point.
But if Hunter’s college heroics translate and Coen’s vision takes hold, this could be the start of a redemption arc for a franchise long in the shadows.
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