Packers film room: Lukas Van Ness is off to a strong start in 2026

Lukas Van Ness’ start in the 2026 season is shifting perceptions of his development with the Green Bay Packers. In Week 2’s 20–17 overtime win over the New York Jets, the pass rusher recorded nine tackles, four tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, and four quarterback hits. The article contrasts that output with last season, when he totaled 1.5 sacks and three tackles for loss across nine games. It also points to pressure rates that don’t fully show on the stat sheet: in early action, he has 12 tackles, four tackles for loss, three sacks, four QB hits, and 10 total pressures, including 3 sacks, 4 hits, and 3 hurries. Pro Football Focus lists a 20.7% pass rush win rate in true pass sets. The film breakdown highlights his run-game edge-setting and late-game stand in Week 2.