Johnson announced Tuesday via social media that he has retired from professional football.
Johnson's decision to step away from the game comes after he was a surprise inactive ahead of this past Sunday's loss to the Rams while he tended to a personal matter. In his statement released Tuesday, the 36-year-old Johnson cited a desire to focus on his mental health and spend more time with his family as his reason for bringing an end to his career. The No. 4 overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft, Johnson was widely regarded as the top right tackle of his generation. He spent all 14 of his NFL seasons with the Eagles, taking home two Super Bowl titles while earning All-Pro honors five times.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Dealing with personal issue
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Johnson was inactive for Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Rams due to a personal issue, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.
Johnson was declared inactive ahead of Sunday's meeting with Los Angeles. While head coach Nick Sirianni indicated the veteran is dealing with a personal matter, he didn't elaborate. It appears there's a chance Johnson's absence will extend beyond Week 4. If that's the case, Markel Bell, who started versus the Rams, could continue to fill the void in the lineup.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Won't play Week 4
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Johnson (personal) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Rams.
Johnson was a very late addition to the injury report, as he received a tag of questionable less than two hours before kickoff due to a personal matter. The veteran tackle has now been ruled out for Sunday, which is a huge blow for Philadelphia's offense. According to Zach Berman of The Athletic, Markel Bell is slated to step into the starting role vacated by Johnson.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Uncertain to play Sunday
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The Eagles list Johnson as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams due to a personal matter.
Johnson hadn't been on the Week 4 injury report before the Eagles gave him a questionable tag just 30 minutes before the team was scheduled to announce its inactive list for Sunday's contest. If the star right tackle ends up sitting out against the Rams, rookie Markel Bell would likely make his first career start in Johnson's stead.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Participating in minicamp
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Johnson (foot) is participating in Philadelphia's minicamp, Jeff McLane of the Inquirer reports.
Johnson missed the last eight games of the 2025 campaign (including playoffs) with a Lisfranc injury but is now healthy again. The 36-year-old will once again serve as the Eagles' starting right tackle during the upcoming season.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Returning for 14th season
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Johnson (foot) said Thursday that he'll play for the Eagles in 2026, opting against retirement, per Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Johnson will turn 36 in May after missing the final eight games of the 2025 campaign due to a Lisfranc injury. It's unclear if he had surgery, with Thursday's report merely noting that he's continuing his rehab and working to get back to full strength. The future Hall of Famer is under contract through 2027 with the only NFL team he's ever known, ranking among the elite at his position for more than a decade. Even if he declines some after the foot injury, Johnson's decision to keep playing is probably good news for the fantasy value of QB Jalen Hurts and RB Saquon Barkley.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Questionable with foot issue
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Johnson (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the 49ers.
Johnson logged limited practices throughout the week, maintaining a chance to play in Sunday's game. The starting right tackle has not played in a game since Week 11 against the Lions, when he suffered a foot injury after just 14 snaps. If Johnson can return for Sunday's game he will replace Fred Johnson at offensive tackle, making the Eagles' offensive line whole again for the first time in seven weeks.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Won't play vs. Washington
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Johnson (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Commanders.
Johnson has yet to play or practice since sustaining a Lisfranc sprain in his right foot in Week 11 against the Lions, so Fred Johnson should remain the starter at right tackle for Sunday's regular-season finale. Johnson will aim to return for the wild-card round of the NFC playoffs.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Doesn't practice Thursday
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Johnson (foot) did not participate in Thursday's practice.
Johnson has been held out of action since Week 11 due to a Lisfranc sprain in his right foot. The Eagles locked up the NFC East division title, so even if Johnson were cleared to play, he and other prominent starters will likely be rested for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Commanders.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Still sitting
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Johnson (foot) was listed as having not practiced in Wednesday's walkthrough.
Johnson has not played since Week 11 while dealing with a Lisfranc sprain. With the Eagles potentially set to rest many of their key players in Week 18, it would be a surprise to see Johnson return to the field Sunday against the Commanders.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Ruled out for Week 16
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Johnson (foot) is ruled out for Saturday's game against the Commanders.
Johnson has yet to resume practicing since sustaining a right Lisfranc sprain versus the Lions in Week 11. His next chance to retake the field will come Week 17 versus Buffalo.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: DNP for Tuesday's walkthrough
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Johnson (foot) was estimated as a non-participant for the Eagles' walkthrough practice Tuesday.
Johnson has missed Philadelphia's last four games recovering from a Lisfranc sprain he suffered in Week 11 versus the Lions, and now his availability for Week 16 is in jeopardy as well. He'll likely need to practice in some capacity Wednesday or Thursday to have any chance to play Saturday at Washington.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Out for Week 12
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Johnson (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Dallas, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
Johnson is expected to miss four-to-six weeks with a Lisfranc sprain in his foot. Fred Johnson is expected to take over at right tackle in the meantime.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Expected to miss up to six weeks
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Johnson (foot) has been diagnosed with a Lisfranc sprain and is expected to be sidelined four-to-six weeks, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Johnson is among the best right tackles in the NFL, so this is a massive loss for the Philadelphia offense. If the timeline holds true, the veteran should be back in time for a potential playoff push. Losing Johnson could mean a downgrade in fantasy upside for both Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley. Fred Johnson should be the next man up at right tackle for the Eagles after he filled in against the Lions in Week 11.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Done for night
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Johnson (foot) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday night's contest against the Lions.
Johnson's night has now officially come to a premature end after he sustained a foot injury in the first quarter. Fred Johnson will continue to handle the starting role at right tackle in his absence.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Dealing with foot injury
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Johnson (foot) is questionable to return to Sunday night's contest against the Lions.
Johnson suffered a foot injury in the first quarter of the contest, and his status for the rest of the game is now uncertain. In his absence, Fred Johnson has taken over at right tackle versus Detroit.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Begins Week 11 deemed limited
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Johnson (ankle) was estimated as a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Johnson hurt his ankle in Monday's matchup against the Packers. He was able to return to the contest after suffering the injury but he's still managing the issue. The Eagles held a walkthrough Wednesday, so insight about Johnson's status may be more clear with Thursday's practice session.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Returns to Monday's game
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Johnson (ankle) has returned to Monday's game against the Packers, Jimmy Kempski of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Johnson sustained an ankle injury in the first half of Monday's game, but he has returned at right tackle for the fourth quarter. Fred Johnson will be available off the bench in case Johnson exits once more.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Limited in practice Wednesday
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Johnson (shoulder) was limited in Wednesday's practice.
Johnson was injured in last Sunday's win over Tampa Bay. If Johnson is unable to go in Week 5 against the Broncos, Fred Johnson would be next up to man right tackle for Philly.
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Eagles' Lane Johnson: Exits with shoulder injury
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Johnson is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers due to a shoulder injury.
Johnson is being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game after sustaining a shoulder injury. Fred Johnson has taken over at right tackle.
