Cole Van Lanen is one more example of how Wisconsin hasn't quite lost its moniker of "offensive lineman university," aka "OLU." The former Badger just agreed to a big NFL contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars, a 3-year extension up to $51 million that includes $32.5 million in guarantees. It's an amazing deal for the former 6th-round pick out of Wisconsin.
Source: Jaguars reached agreement today with OL Cole Van Lanen on a three-year, $51 million extension that includes $32.5 million guaranteed. Deal could be worth up to $55.5 million with incentives. pic.twitter.com/1pvVemY17S
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 3, 2026
Cole Van Lanen just signed a multi-million dollar extension with the Jacksonville Jaguars
Cole Van Lanen played for the Badgers from 2016 to 2020.