Jaguars plan for Cole Van Lanen after returning to practice
Cole Van Lanen is back on the practice field. Here is how the Jaguars plan to handle his return.
Jacksonville Jaguars offensive lineman Cole Van Lanen participated in individual practice activities on Sunday, following his activation from the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. Van Lanen had been sidelined all offseason due to a knee injury sustained in Week 18 of the previous season. During his return to practice, he focused on individual work, with no team involvement yet.
Coach Coen revealed that Van Lanen's workout consisted of individual drills, walkthroughs, and jog-through routines, but no participation in team practices. Due to the considerable time Van Lanen missed, a ramp-up period is necessary to re-integrate him into the team dynamics. The Jaguars have a pair of joint practices scheduled with Tampa Bay, followed by a preseason game.
It remains uncertain if Van Lanen will be available for the team's Week 1 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. In the absence of Van Lanen during Sunday's practice, the offensive line unit featured Anton Harrison at left tackle, Emmanuel Pregnon, Robert Hainsey, Ezra Cleveland, and Walker Little. Once Van Lanen resumes 11-on-11 action, he will assume the right tackle position.
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