Jacksonville Jaguars rookie wide receiver and defensive back Travis Hunter made a personal decision to get baptized at Celebration Church in Jacksonville, Florida, just hours before their Week 6 game against the Seattle Seahawks, an event that was widely shared on social media.

Hunter, 22, described his baptism as a life-changing event that signifies leaving his old self and starting a new chapter, motivated by his religious beliefs and mentorship from Deion Sanders; he considers it an important step in his personal growth.

The baptism took place on Sunday, which Hunter regards as God's day, and he emphasized its significance for becoming a better man.

The baptism was held at Celebration Church in Jacksonville, with Hunter's wife, Leanna Lenee, showing support by wearing a jersey with his number, and a video of the event went viral online.

On the field, Hunter played his busiest offensive game of the season, recording 83 snaps—61 on offense and 22 on defense—in the game against the Seahawks.

Despite the personal milestone, Hunter faced challenges on the field, including a costly offsides penalty that led to a 54-yard Seahawks touchdown, impacting the game's momentum.

Hunter's performance in the game was mixed; he caught four passes for 15 yards, including a notable 14-yard gain, but also had a drop and a penalty that nullified a Seahawks' touchdown.

After the baptism, Hunter contributed defensively with two tackles, and his efforts helped the Jaguars, who ultimately lost 20-12 to the Seahawks.

Hunter, a first-round pick in the 2025 NFL draft, has accumulated 20 receptions and 197 yards this season, highlighting his emerging role on the team.

He has contributed significantly to the Jaguars' offense, which is ranked 13th in the league, and is ranked as the 66th best wide receiver in PFSN's Impact metrics.

Over the season, Hunter has played over 400 snaps across six games, averaging about 43 offensive and 25 defensive snaps per game, with 20 catches for 197 yards and 11 tackles on defense.

Hunter is known for his good character, exemplified by past acts of politeness and helpfulness, which have been celebrated by fans and teammates alike.