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

Tre' Johnson, a Pro Bowl selection in 1999, played for the Redskins from 1994 to 2000 and again in 2002.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Former Washington Redskins offensive lineman Tre' Johnson has died suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 54, according to a Facebook post from his wife Irene. Johnson was a Pro Bowl selection in 1999 and played for the Redskins from 1994 to 2000 and again in 2002 after being drafted by the team in the second round of the 1994 NFL Draft.

Why it matters

Johnson was a beloved figure in the Washington, D.C. sports community, known for his devotion to his family and passion for coaching youth sports. His sudden passing at a young age has left the DMV area in mourning.

The details

According to Irene's Facebook post, Johnson passed away 'suddenly and unexpectedly' during a short family trip. After his playing career, Johnson pursued a teaching career and worked as a history teacher at the Landon School in Bethesda, Maryland, before recent health issues forced him to take a leave of absence.

  • Tre' Johnson passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2026.

The players

Tre' Johnson

A former All-Pro offensive lineman who played for the Washington Redskins from 1994 to 2000 and again in 2002, and was a Pro Bowl selection in 1999.

Irene Johnson

Tre' Johnson's wife, who announced his sudden and unexpected passing on Facebook.

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What they’re saying

“If you know Tre', you know what a devoted and loving father he was to his children. Tre' lived for his kids' sports activities and supported them through every practice and game until he took his last breath. He shared his passion for Frenchie's and riding his motorcycle with me and his fellow biking buddies.”

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

The takeaway

Tre' Johnson's sudden passing at the age of 54 has left the Washington, D.C. sports community in mourning, as they remember a beloved figure known for his devotion to his family, passion for coaching youth sports, and successful NFL career with the Redskins.