Lane Johnson returns for 14th season with Eagles after injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 10:23 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Lane Johnson confirmed he will play his 14th season with the Philadelphia Eagles, after recovering from a foot injury that sidelined him for the final eight games of the previous season. He expressed disappointment over not being able to finish the last season strong, citing his desire not to conclude his career on that note. The Eagles will see changes on their offensive line with the departure of longtime coach Jeff Stoutland, which Johnson called shocking. He believes the new offensive setup could help improve team performance.
- •Johnson announced his decision at a press conference on June 9, 2026.
- •He struggled with a foot injury during the 2025 season, missing the last eight games.
- •Johnson aims for a better final chapter than last year's playoff exit.
- •The Eagles will have a new offensive line coach for the upcoming season.
- •Johnson believes the new offense offers potential improvements for the team.
- 10:23 PMYahoo Sports — Lane Johnson: I didn't want to go out on last season
"Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson took a little time after the end of the 2025 season before announcing that he'd be back for his 14th year with the team, but he ultimately announced his plans to play in February.
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