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Rayuan Lane III seeks greater role on defense for Jaguars

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:33 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Rayuan Lane III seeks greater role on defense for Jaguars
Summary

Second-year safety Rayuan Lane III is aiming for increased defensive responsibilities with the Jacksonville Jaguars this season. The Naval Academy graduate, also serving as a 2nd Lt. in the USMC Reserve, has excelled in special teams, leading the team in tackles last season. Lane continues to balance his military discipline with NFL demands as he backs up Eric Murray at free safety. Jaguars' defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile notes the progress of Lane and his peers in training camp. The team is focused on finalizing its defensive lineup ahead of the regular season.

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  • •Rayuan Lane III aims for more defensive snaps in 2026.
  • •He was a standout in special teams, making 15 tackles last season.
  • •Lane supports Eric Murray at free safety in training camp.
  • •Jaguars' defensive coordinator praises the competition among young players.
  • •Lane’s military background influences his approach to NFL training.
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  • 4:33 PMYahoo Sports — 2nd Lt. Rayuan Lane III has been an exemplary soldier for the Jaguars
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Rayuan Lane III, one of the Jaguars sop special-teams players has been making a strong bid to play more defense.

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