Ana de Armas’ surprise Jaguars message raises eyebrows: Genuine support for Travis Hunter or calculated PR stunt for her upcoming movie?

Hollywood collided with the NFL when Ana de Armas unexpectedly sent a video message to the Jacksonville Jaguars, sparking controversy just days after rookie Travis Hunter’s debut. While fans celebrated the star power, others questioned the timing, wondering if the spotlight was being intentionally shifted from the team’s rising star.In a move that blurred the lines between Hollywood glamor and NFL grit, actress Ana de Armas surprised Jacksonville Jaguars fans with a heartfelt video message that quickly took the internet by storm. The unexpected greeting came as part of the promotional campaign for her new action thriller Ballerina, a highly anticipated spin-off in the John Wick universe. But beyond boosting her film’s buzz, de Armas may have unintentionally fueled hype for Jacksonville’s new star rookie, Travis Hunter."Hi Jaguars, this is Ana de Armas," she said in the now-viral clip. "I am so excited to have you be one of the very first to see my new film Ballerina. Hope you're ready for it. Wishing you the best of luck on your upcoming season. Go Jags!"Though she didn’t name names, fans were quick to connect the dots: the video dropped just days after Jacksonville officially introduced Travis Hunter, the electrifying rookie drafted No. 2 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. That timing felt deliberate to many, intertwining the star power of de Armas with the arrival of a player expected to redefine the franchise's future.Hunter, who made waves playing under Deion Sanders at Colorado, is one of the rare athletes in modern football capable of starring on both sides of the ball. With 1,258 receiving yards, 15 touchdowns, four interceptions, and 11 pass breakups in his final collegiate season, he brings an elite two-way presence that’s rarely seen in the NFL today.Jacksonville is banking on his unique skillset to lead a turnaround after a disappointing 4–13 season. With quarterback Trevor Lawrence returning healthy and fresh offensive talent like wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. joining the fold, Hunter’s arrival feels like the spark the team needs.The team’s social media rollout of de Armas' message was more than just a celebrity cameo—it was smart branding. By pairing Hollywood visibility with the franchise’s fresh narrative, Jacksonville created an unlikely but effective moment of cross-industry appeal. For a team looking to reestablish its relevance, the alignment of film buzz and football hope was perfectly timed.Also Read: “Desperate franchise”: Steelers slammed for Rodgers obsession as experts say team looks lost and patheticAs the Jaguars prep for the 2025 season, the message is clear: all eyes—including those in Hollywood—are on Jacksonville. And with Travis Hunter stepping into the spotlight, the future in Duval just got a lot brighter.