Former NFL All-Pro Guard Tre' Johnson Dies at 54

Johnson played for the Washington franchise from 1994-2000 and in his final season in 2002 after one year with the Cleveland Browns.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Former NFL offensive lineman Tre' Johnson, an All-Pro with Washington in 1999, died on Sunday during a family trip, his wife posted on social media. He was 54 years old.

Why it matters

Johnson was a standout offensive guard in the NFL, making the Pro Bowl in 1999 and being named an All-Pro that same season. His sudden passing at a relatively young age is a tragic loss for his family, former teammates, and the NFL community.

The details

Johnson played for the Washington franchise from 1994-2000 and in his final season in 2002 after one year with the Cleveland Browns in 2001. He started 72 of the 93 regular-season games he played and both playoff contests, nearly all at guard.

  • Johnson died on Sunday during a family trip.
  • Johnson played in the NFL from 1994 to 2002.

The players

Tre' Johnson

A former NFL offensive lineman who was an All-Pro with Washington in 1999 and played in the league from 1994 to 2002.

Irene Johnson

Tre' Johnson's wife, who posted about his sudden passing on social media.

Washington Commanders

The NFL team Tre' Johnson played for from 1994 to 2000.

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What they’re saying

“It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that my husband, Tre' Johnson, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday ... during a brief family trip. His four children, Chloe, EJ, EZ and Eden, extended family, friends, and I are devastated and in shock.”

— Irene Johnson, Tre' Johnson's Wife (Facebook)

“We're heartbroken to learn of the loss of former Washington All-Pro guard Tre' Johnson. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.”

— Washington Commanders (X (Twitter)

The takeaway

Tre' Johnson's sudden passing at the age of 54 is a tragic loss for his family, former teammates, and the NFL community. As an All-Pro offensive guard, he was a standout player during his career, and his contributions to the game will be remembered.