Eagles RT Lane Johnson Will Play In 2026

Johnson informed Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer that he will play next year. The All-Pro himself has since provided a confirmation on X. A retirement call will be delayed for at least one more season as a result.

Earlier this month, it was reported Johnson was one of two Eagles O-line starters giving thought to retirement. The other is guard Landon Dickerson, whose situation is based not on age but on his injury history. Johnson missed considerable time in 2025, but McLane notes his rehab from a Lisfranc injury is ongoing. A full campaign in 2026 would be critical for Philadelphia’s offense.

There will be plenty of new faces on the sideline for the Eagles next year. Offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo was dismissed immediately after the Eagles were eliminated in the wild-card round. Not long after, longtime offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland resigned. As a result, the team will have a new O-line coach for the first time since 2013. Johnson’s ability to maintain his Pro Bowl form upon returning to full health will be key in determining the success of the transition along the coaching staff.

In place with the Eagles since being drafted fourth overall in 2013, Johnson has cemented his status as one of the greatest players in franchise history. The 35-year-old has remained a full-time starter throughout his tenure, and that will of course continue next season as well. Johnson is under contract for two more years, although none of his 2026 or ’27 base salaries are guaranteed at this point.

Nevertheless, the two-time Super Bowl winner’s pact calls for a $9MM option bonus to be paid out on September 1. All parties can now proceed knowing there is no longer any uncertainty on that front. Johnson is scheduled to carry a cap charge of $20.3MM next season.