What happened: Shula said Lake wears many hats within the defensive scheme, highlighting his flexible role. The assessment comes as training camp opens for the 2026 season.
Why it matters: Lake's versatility gives Shula options across the secondary and near the line of scrimmage. His new three-year deal makes that flexibility part of the defense's longer-term plan.
By the numbers: Lake recorded 61 combined tackles, 10 passes defensed, one sack, one interception and one forced fumble across 10 games in 2025.
What to watch: Lake's deployment during camp will show how broadly Shula intends to use him in 2026.