Philadelphia Eagles star offensive lineman Lane Johnson is calling it a career in the midst of his 14th NFL season.
Just two days after the Eagles’ Week 4 loss to the Los Angeles RamsJohnson announced his retirement in a lengthy message on social media.
Here’s part of what Johnson said.
“Right now, it’s critical that I focus on my mental health. I owe it to my teammates, coaches, organization and fans to have my head and heart in the game 100 percent.”
thank you 🦅 https://t.co/up2kH1K40p
— Lane Johnson (@LaneJohnson65) October 6, 2026
Johnson is back for his 14th season, but the six-time Pro Bowler said in August that this will likely be his final NFL campaign.
Johnson played college football at Oklahoma, and was selected No. 4 overall by the Eagles in 2013 and spent his entire career in Philadelphia.
Lane Johnson missed the Week 4 game due to personal reasons, and he also missed a week of summer training camp.
Lane Johnson missed the first part of training camp for personal reasons. #Eagles RT later referred to his elderly parents when he returned and asked why he missed some practices. He also revealed that this will likely be his last season.
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) October 4, 2026
Johnson will go down as one of the greatest Eagles in franchise history. He was also a five-time All-Pro and two-time Super Bowl champion.