Eagles Veteran Tackle Lane Johnson Commits to 14th NFL Season

The Pro Bowl right tackle will return to the Philadelphia Eagles after an injury-shortened 2025 campaign.

Feb. 20, 2026 at 8:55pm by Ben Kaplan

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Philadelphia Eagles veteran offensive tackle Lane Johnson has confirmed he plans to return for his 14th NFL season, putting to rest questions about his future after an injury-plagued 2025 campaign. Johnson, a four-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion, missed the final stretch of the regular season and the team's playoff loss due to a Lisfranc foot injury.

Why it matters

Johnson's return is a major boost for the Eagles' offensive line as the team undergoes a philosophical shift on offense under new coordinator Sean Mannion. When healthy, Johnson remains one of the league's elite tackles, and his impact on the team's success is undeniable.

The details

The 35-year-old Johnson also battled an ankle issue and a stinger during the 2025 season. There had been speculation he might retire rather than finish his career on that note, but Johnson signaled his return in a social media post. Drafted fourth overall in 2013, Johnson has built a résumé that includes two Super Bowl titles, multiple first-team All-Pro honors, and six Pro Bowl selections.

  • In Week 11 of the 2025 season, Johnson suffered a Lisfranc foot injury during a Sunday night victory over the Detroit Lions.
  • Johnson missed the final stretch of the 2025 regular season and the Eagles' wild-card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers due to the foot injury.

The players

Lane Johnson

A 35-year-old veteran offensive tackle who has spent his entire 14-year NFL career with the Philadelphia Eagles. He is a four-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion.

Howie Roseman

The general manager of the Philadelphia Eagles, who praised Johnson earlier this year, calling him a "Hall of Fame player" who has been a "huge, huge part of any of our success that we've had."

Sean Mannion

The new offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles, who is expected to introduce a system influenced by the approaches of Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay, signaling a philosophical shift for the team's offense.

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What they’re saying

“Obviously, you're talking about a Hall of Fame player who's been a huge, huge part of any of our success that we've had, and when you watch him play, he's still playing at an elite level.”

— Howie Roseman, General Manager, Philadelphia Eagles (Philadelphia Inquirer)

What’s next

The Eagles will look to integrate Johnson back into their offensive line as they transition to a new offensive system under coordinator Sean Mannion.

The takeaway

Lane Johnson's return to the Philadelphia Eagles is a significant boost for the team's offensive line and a testament to his elite talent and durability. His commitment to playing another season despite an injury-shortened 2025 campaign underscores his value to the organization and the city of Philadelphia.