From EssentiallySports · Dhruv Singh · · 1m
Shannon Sharpe Clarifies Travis Hunter's Role
Shannon Sharpe defends Travis Hunter's playing style after wife Leanna's public callout.
In brief
Shannon Sharpe defends Travis Hunter's playing style after wife Leanna's public callout. Shannon Sharpe clarified Travis Hunter doesn't play every snap on both sides of the ball despite wife Leanna's criticism. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Leanna Lenee Calls Out Sharpe
Leanna Lenee, Travis Hunter’s wife, demanded Shannon Sharpe use 'TWO WAY' player in descriptions of her husband.
“Anyways…@shannonsharpe84 When you speak about my husband make sure you put ‘TWO WAY’ player in front”
Sharpe's Rebuttal on Nightcap
Shannon Sharpe clarified Travis Hunter doesn't play every snap on both sides of the ball during Nightcap podcast.
“So now we’ve been abundantly clear that the likelihood of him playing every snap, every down on both sides of the ball is not going to happen”
Hunter's NFL History
Travis Hunter became fourth NFL player to score touchdown and interception in same game since Brian Dawkins in 2002.
“The feat was last achieved by none other than the 'Wolverine' himself, Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins, in 2002”
Hunter's Current Role
Hunter played mostly as cornerback this season with offensive snaps in single digits entering Texans game.
“He has mostly played as a cornerback this year; his offensive snap counts entering the Texans game were in single digits only”
Hunter's Game Performance
Hunter caught four passes for 59 yards and one touchdown against Texans after minimal previous catches.
“Hunter caught four passes for 59 yards and one touchdown”
Coaches' Response
Coaches praised Hunter's critical plays on both sides of the ball for helping Jaguars win game.
“We’ve got to continue to get him the ball and keep building off of it and making sure it fits within the rhythm and flow of the game”
The short version
Shannon Sharpe clarified Travis Hunter doesn't play every snap on both sides of the ball despite wife Leanna's criticism.
