Hunter Logs 49 Defensive Snaps in Jaguars Win
Travis Hunter played nearly every defensive snap as Jacksonville beat the Colts in Week 8 of the 2026 season.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Football
Travis Hunter played 49 of the Jaguars' 61 defensive snaps in Jacksonville's Week 8 win over the Colts. He also returned one punt for one yard and logged six offensive snaps.
Why it matters
Hunter's heavy defensive workload signals that his primary role is on defense for the Jaguars. His offensive usage is expected to vary from week to week.
Hunter allowed three receptions on three targets for 37 yards and recorded four solo tackles while playing 49 defensive snaps. He also logged one rush attempt for five yards and one punt return for one yard, though the sample size is limited to a single game.
The players
Travis Hunter
Travis Hunter is a Jacksonville Jaguars player who is known for playing both cornerback and wide receiver in the NFL.
Montaric Brown
Montaric Brown is a Jacksonville Jaguars defensive player who logged the most defensive snaps on the team in Week 8.
The details
Hunter played 49 of Jacksonville's 61 defensive snaps and was the third-most used defensive player on the team, behind Montaric Brown at 54 snaps. Offensively, he played six snaps, had no targets, and carried once for five yards.
Timeline
Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season, when the Jaguars defeated the Colts.
The Tech Race
Hunter's role reflects the NFL's continuing experiment with two-way players, a practice that has been rare since the era of players like Deion Sanders. Jacksonville's deployment of him on defense while retaining offensive snaps places the team in a flexible position among rivals who typically specialize players by side of the ball.
Fantasy managers tracking Hunter should note that his defensive role gives him a steady snap floor, while his offensive usage remains limited and unpredictable. The one-yard punt return and lack of targets mean his stat production is concentrated on defense.
The takeaway
Hunter's Week 8 usage shows that a two-way role in the NFL depends heavily on snap allocation, and his defensive workload will likely remain the main driver of his contribution. Fans and fantasy players should watch how the coaching staff balances his time between the two sides of the ball in upcoming weeks.
Further reading
For more on the team's roster and season, see Football coverage from Jacksonville.
