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Khyiris Tonga of the Chiefs and Travis Hunter of the Jaguars represent a fading breed in professional football as true two-way players this season.
Hunter, the Heisman Trophy winner at Colorado, has started every game on defense while also contributing on offense. He has recorded 2 catches and 1 first down, appearing on 6.8% of the Jaguars' offensive snaps. The Jaguars consider him capable of being full-time at both WR and CB.
Tonga has also started every game on defense while taking on a situational short-yardage fullback role in addition to his defensive starter status. He has 2 carries and 1 first down, playing on 4.2% of the Chiefs' offensive snaps and 19 special teams snaps. The Chiefs signed him to a three-year, $21 million free agent contract this year.
Tonga's offensive experience dates to last season with the Patriots under Mike Vrabel, who used him as a blocking fullback for 14 offensive snaps. In Week 2, he went out for a pass on fourth-and-goal and was ready to receive the touchdown throw to Jalen Royals. He has also indicated willingness to toss the ball on a trick play if called upon.
"The only thing in my mind was, Do not mess it up," Tonga said.
Source: ProFootballTalk - Sat Oct 17, 4:41 AM ET
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