‘Overrated’ – Fans Didn’t Like Travis Hunter’s NFL Debut initially appeared on The Spun.
They weren’t impressed.
For all the hype surrounding Travis Hunter’s NFL preseason debut, some followers have been left feeling underwhelmed with the Heisman Trophy winner’s efficiency in Saturday’s matchup vs. the Steelers.
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While different rookies like Shedeur Sanders and Jaxson Dart confirmed out of their first style of professional soccer motion (to not point out the particular groups splashes from former Buffs receiver LaJohntay Wester and Ohio State’s TreVeyon Henderson), Travis completed with simply two catches for 9 yards on this weekend’s recreation with no stats on protection exterior of a missed deal with.
Hunter made his first catch on the third play from scrimmage for the Jags for a 3-yard achieve from a Trevor Lawrence move, and his subsequent catch (that counted) helped arrange a Jacksonville area purpose try.
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That did not appear to be ok for these on the web although who voiced their considerations on X.
“I’m at the game,” a consumer shared. “Travis Hunter created no separation at WR. Steeler backups all over him.”
“Hopefully wrong cause I like the guy but Travis Hunter feels like a bust waiting to happen,” one other mentioned.
“Travis Hunter ain’t s—t btw 😂😵💫” a fan commented.
“Travis hunter just got his head dribbled on the in his floor first drive of defense 😭😭😭😭😭☠️☠️☠️☠️” one other particular person laughed.
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“Travis Hunter is getting absolutely WORKED 😂 he not ready,” one other consumer claimed.
“Dont ask me why but ion see travis hunter being as good as he was projected to be.”
“Travis Hunter only played 2 drives ? How is he supposed to get conditioned and ready to play full games during the season,” one other fan requested.
“Travis Hunter and Cam Ward are the easiest 1-2 bust picks in NFL history.”
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – MAY 10: Travis Hunter #12 of the Jacksonville Jaguars speaks to the Media throughout Jacksonville Jaguars Rookie Minicamp at Miller Electric Center on May 10, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)James Gilbert/Getty Images
All in all it appeared to be a reasonably stable debut for Travis whose profession will not be made or damaged off the again of 1 preseason recreation.
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There’s nonetheless loads to be enthusiastic about up in northern Florida and hopefully that is only the start of what may very well be a legendary NFL profession.
‘Overrated’ – Fans Didn’t Like Travis Hunter’s NFL Debut first appeared on The Spun on Aug 10, 2025
This story was initially reported by The Spun on Aug 10, 2025, the place it first appeared.