Author: Tolly Carr
(Source: HBCU GAMEDAY)
Travis Hunter’s path to the NFL is unlike most. He stunned college football in 2022 when he signed with Jackson State, flipping the script on recruiting and shining under Deion Sanders. His time at JSU made him a household name, and now, that story continues in the NFL.
On Sunday, Hunter suited up for the Jacksonville Jaguars in his first NFL game. His debut was more than just stats—it was a cultural and style statement.
The look: low cut taper fade makes waves
Hunter arrived at EverBank Stadium sporting a low cut taper fade, a bold change from his signature braids. The fresh style drew attention immediately and symbolized a new chapter in his football journey.
Fans and cameras picked up on the change before kickoff, turning his haircut into part of the debut conversation.
The cleats: Anthony Edwards 1 hits the gridiron
Hunter also made waves with his footwear. He wore custom adidas cleats inspired by NBA star Anthony Edwards’ AE 1 sneakers. The crossover between basketball and football added buzz to his first game.
Adidas has teased a full release of AE 1 football cleats in 2026. For now, Hunter gave fans the first look at how the design plays on the field.
