Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter's college GPA resurfaces after preseason opener

Nick Wright believes Travis Hunter has the talent to be the face of the NFL and reacts to his confidence in learning both playbooks, saying the rookie’s two-way potential could be game-changing.

Travis Hunter is aiming to add his name to the incredibly short list of two-way NFL athletes. While the 22-year-old's on-field prowess is undeniable, Hunter is also making headlines for his talent in the classroom.

Hunter finished his NFL preseason debut with two receptions. He also took some snaps on the defensive side of the ball. But after the Pittsburgh Steelers' 31-25 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, much of the attention turned to Hunter's college grade point average.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM

Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter runs the ball during the 10th organized team activity at Miller Electric Center, June 4, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida. (Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union)

"I think it's a 3.7 or 3.9," Hunter told reporters in April.

Hunter was then asked about the mental difficulties that would come with being a two-way player. The rookie remained steadfast in his belief he was up for the task. "That's all I have to do is play football and go out there and study and make sure I understand what I'm doing."

Travis Hunter of the Jaguars before the preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Everbank Stadium on Aug. 9, 2025, in Jacksonville. (Logan Bowles/Getty Images)

Two-way NFL players have been a rarity. Chuck Bednarik was the league's last full-time two-way athlete. Bednarik was a linebacker and offensive lineman for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1949-62.

Sammy Baugh and Don Hutson are also notable former two-way stars. Baugh was a quarterback, defensive back and punter. Huston