Former Pro Bowl NFL Lineman Tre' Johnson Dies at 54

Johnson spent the majority of his NFL career with the Washington Commanders.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Tre' Johnson, a former NFL offensive lineman who played for the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Browns, has died at the age of 54. Johnson's wife, Irene, announced his sudden and unexpected passing on a family trip.

Why it matters

Johnson was a respected player during his NFL career, making the Pro Bowl in 1999. His death at a relatively young age is a loss for the football community.

The details

Johnson was selected 31st overall by Washington in the 1994 NFL Draft after playing college football at Temple. He spent the first seven seasons of his career with Washington before playing one year with the Browns in 2001. Johnson then returned to Washington for his final season in 2002, starting 3 of 10 games played. Over his 9-year NFL career, he started 72 of 93 games.

  • Tre' Johnson passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
  • Johnson played in the NFL from 1994 to 2002.

The players

Tre' Johnson

A former NFL offensive lineman who played for the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Browns, and was named to the Pro Bowl in 1999.

Irene Johnson

Tre' Johnson's wife, who announced his sudden and unexpected passing on a family trip.

Washington Commanders

The NFL team that Tre' Johnson played for during the majority of his career, from 1994 to 2001 and in 2002.

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What they’re saying

“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)

The takeaway

Tre' Johnson's sudden passing at the age of 54 is a tragic loss for the NFL community, as he was a respected player who made the Pro Bowl during his career with the Washington Commanders.