Leanna shared a video from Week 6 on her Instagram story with a caption challenging the notion that Hunter cannot play on both sides of the ball, highlighting the significant plays he has already produced, including a touchdown and an interception. The post underscored the growing discussion about Hunter’s two-way capabilities and the value of his versatility to the Jaguars.
In one notable moment, Hunter recorded a defensive interception and contributed a touchdown in the red zone, marking the first time in his NFL career he achieved both a TD and an INT in the same game. This achievement placed him among a small group of players who have posted both a touchdown and an interception in the same game since the NFL-AFL merger in 1970.
Leanna also encouraged supporters to recognize her husband as a two-way player whenever discussions about his role arise, reiterating the “two-way” label in public conversations.
Throughout the 2026 season, Jacksonville has leaned on Hunter’s abilities on the defensive side, reflecting his importance to the team. Leanna has consistently shown support, using social media to respond to doubt and reinforce confidence in Hunter’s multi-position contributions.
The conversation around Hunter intensified after the Jaguars’ 20-13 loss to the Denver Broncos in September. In that game, Hunter saw limited offensive action, with only six offensive snaps, as his defensive responsibilities increased. The post-loss commentary from Leanna addressed the challenge of maximizing a two-way star while ensuring both sides of his game are utilized effectively.
Since then, Hunter has continued to contribute on defense, recording his first interception of the 2026 regular season in Week 3 against the New England Patriots and delivering a notable interception return in Week 4 against the Cincinnati Bengals, a play that was nullified by a teammate’s penalty.
The Week 6 meeting with the Texans provided another stage to assess his role. Hunter caught a seven-yard touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence in the fourth quarter, showcasing his offensive potential. Despite this highlight, the Jaguars suffered a 34-31 defeat.
Moving forward, the Jaguars face the ongoing challenge of balancing opportunities for Hunter to develop consistency at the professional level while maximizing his two-way talents. Whether Jacksonville increases his offensive workload remains to be seen, but Hunter’s evolving skill set continues to captivate observers. His performances could influence how aggressively the team leverages his dual-threat capabilities as the season progresses.
