Pro Bowl Tackle Lane Johnson to Return for 14th Eagles Season

The veteran right tackle will be back after an injury-shortened 2025 campaign.

Mar. 1, 2026 at 6:07am 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-shortened 2025 campaign. The 35-year-old Johnson, a six-time Pro Bowler, 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

Johnson was sidelined for the final stretch of the 2025 regular season and the team's wild-card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers due to the Lisfranc foot injury. He also battled an ankle issue and a stinger earlier in the season. There had been speculation that the veteran tackle might retire, but he signaled his return in a social media post.

  • Johnson suffered the Lisfranc foot injury in Week 11 during a Sunday night victory over the Detroit Lions.
  • He exited a Week 3 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams with a stinger.
  • Johnson was sidelined for the final stretch of the regular season and the team's wild-card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

The players

Lane Johnson

A 35-year-old veteran offensive tackle for the Philadelphia Eagles who has been selected to the Pro Bowl six times and won two Super Bowls with the team.

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 for 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 (The 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

Johnson's return is a significant boost for the Eagles' offense as they look to build on their success from the 2025 season. His presence and leadership on the offensive line will be crucial as the team navigates a philosophical shift in their offensive approach.