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Jaguars Sign Cole Van Lanen to Three-Year, $51 Million Extension

Jacksonville commits after a late-season surge at left tackle, prioritizing a versatile blocker over a one-year franchise tag.

Overview

  • The agreement includes $32.5 million guaranteed and up to $55.5 million with incentives, per multiple reports.
  • Van Lanen has taken over as the Jaguars’ starting left tackle after a 2025 breakout, supplanting Walker Little late in the season.
  • His versatility has been central to Jacksonville’s plans, with starts at left tackle, left guard, right guard, and right tackle this year.
  • By average annual value and guarantees, the deal places him in the mid-tier for NFL tackles, according to Spotrac.
  • The extension avoids a projected franchise tag near $27 million, keeps him under contract through 2028, and preserves the tag for other roster decisions.