Lane Johnson, Eagles Legend and Two-Time Super Bowl Champion, Abruptly Retires
The 36-year-old offensive lineman cites mental health and family priorities in his decision.
Philadelphia Eagles icon Lane Johnson has announced his immediate retirement from the NFL, four weeks into the 2026 season. The 36-year-old offensive lineman, a two-time Super Bowl winner with the team, had previously indicated that this would likely be his final season.
Johnson missed the Eagles' recent loss to the Los Angeles Rams due to "personal reasons." He has now formally ended his career, stating in an emotional statement, "it is critical that I focus on my mental health."
"Right now, what's most important to me is continuing to focus on my mental health and spending more time with my kids and family," Johnson wrote. "But Philadelphia will always be home, and I will forever be an Eagle."
Johnson, who was drafted third overall out of Oklahoma in 2013, has been a cornerstone of the Eagles' offensive line for 14 seasons. He earned first-team All-Pro honors twice during his tenure. After signing a one-year contract before the 2025 season, he suffered a season-ending foot injury in Week 11 but returned for the current season. He had also cited family and his parents' health as reasons for missing parts of training camp.
He expressed deep gratitude to the Eagles organization, owner Jeffrey Lurie, coaches, and teammates. "Riding up Broad Street as a World Champion, not once, but twice, and seeing the city in all its glory was the ultimate privilege; I'll never forget it," Johnson stated.
The team's right tackle was replaced by Markell Bell for Sunday's game. Johnson's retirement represents a significant blow to the Eagles as they navigate the remainder of the season.
