Jaguars Trade Up to No. 2, Eye Travis Hunter in 2025 NFL Draft

The Jacksonville Jaguars made a bold move in the 2025 NFL Draft by trading up from the No. 5 to the No. 2 pick with the Cleveland Browns, likely to select two-way star Travis Hunter. This aggressive strategy, led by 34-year-old GM James Gladstone, mirrors the approach of his mentor Les Snead and reflects a late shift in team priorities from defensive tackle to securing an offensive playmaker. The Browns received additional assets in the deal and are now expected to target an offensive tackle, which could influence other teams' draft strategies. While passing on Hunter—compared by Browns GM Andrew Berry to Shohei Ohtani—surprised some, the trade provides Cleveland with valuable future assets. The move does not affect the New York Giants' plans at No. 3, as the Jaguars are set at both pass-rusher and quarterback. This draft marks the first time since 1967 that every team entered the draft with its own first-round pick.