Jaguars Trade Up for Travis Hunter at No. 2

The Jacksonville Jaguars traded up to the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft to select Heisman Trophy winner and Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter, who is expected to play both wide receiver and cornerback. In exchange, the Cleveland Browns received multiple high picks, including a future first-rounder, and used the No. 5 pick to draft Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham. Analysts praised the Browns for maximizing their draft capital and bolstering their defensive line with Graham, despite some fan disappointment at not landing Hunter. The Jaguars' new GM James Gladstone emphasized the team's commitment to bold moves, and Hunter's arrival is seen as a turning point for the franchise. The trade marks a shift towards aggressive draft strategies for unique talents with two-way impact. Both teams are viewed as having positioned themselves for future success.