The Steelers spent heavily in 2025 to maintain their defensive identity. They used this year’s first-round pick on a defensive lineman (Derrick Harmon at No. 21), and committed $163 million (nearly 60 percent of their cap) to the NFL’s highest-paid defense, according to Over The Cap.

May 10, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) meets with the media following rookie minicamp at Miller Electric Center. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images Jacksonville Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter ...

Rookie two-way player Travis Hunter is a key focus of the team's evaluation. Coach Liam Coen indicated Hunter will likely see increased playing time on both offense and defense. Hunter recently had a career-high 67 offensive snaps against the Los Angeles Rams.

While initial reports had indicated Hunter would return in 2025, he is instead out for the rest of his rookie year.