The Jaguars signed Travis Hunter to a historic rookie deal in June 2025. See the details of his record $46.65M contract and what it means for the team.
StatPro NFL Beat Reporter
The Jacksonville Jaguars didn't just sign a rookie today; they made a statement. Two-way phenom and reigning Heisman winner Travis Hunter is officially a Jaguar, putting pen to paper on a historic four-year, $46.65 million contract that signals a bold new direction under the team's new leadership.
$30.5 million signing bonus, with the entire amount delivered up front—a first for a non-quarterback rookie in NFL history.
The offensive fireworks aren't limited to the passing game. The front office also made waves in the backfield by signing running back Bhayshul Tuten to a $5.2 million contract. This move is a clear signal from new head coach Liam Coen that no starting job is safe. Tuten is expected to immediately challenge incumbent Travis Etienne Jr. for the primary ball-carrying duties. After a season where the run game often stalled, creating a fierce competition for snaps is a top priority for Coen as he looks to install a more dynamic and unpredictable offensive scheme.
Today's signings are the first definitive actions of a new regime determined to erase the memory of last year's 4-13 debacle. The hiring of Head Coach Liam Coen and General Manager James Gladstone brought a promise of a fresh start, and they are delivering with aggressive, calculated roster moves. The willingness to trade significant future assets for a player like Hunter and the move to create competition at key positions like running back demonstrate a clear philosophy: acquire elite talent and foster a competitive environment. This is no longer the same old Jaguars; it's a front office with a clear vision and the conviction to execute it.
The ink is dry, the checks are cut, and the message from the front office is crystal clear: the 2024 season is a distant memory. With a generational talent like Travis Hunter locked in and competition brewing across the roster, all eyes now turn to training camp. For the first time in a while, there's a palpable buzz of a new era in Jacksonville, one built on bold moves and a relentless drive to return to the postseason.
