Eagles Star Reportedly Considering Retirement At 27

Originally posted on The Spun | By Chris Rosvoglou | Last updated Feb 6, 2026 9:25 AM ET

For the past few seasons, the offensive line has been the biggest strength for the Philadelphia Eagles. While it may sound premature, that unit is starting to look a bit suspect.

Two-time Super Bowl champion and six-time Pro Bowl offensive tackle Lane Johnson has not yet announced his plans for the 2026 season. Fans have been worried about him potentially retiring this offseason. Apparently, a return to Philly isn't a lock for offensive guard Landon Dickerson either.

On the latest episode of his "Uncovering the Birds" podcast, Eagles reporter Jeff McLane revealed that retirement is on the table for Dickerson and Johnson.

"In terms of Lane and his future, here's what I can say: He's definitely not sure if he's coming back or not, is the impression I get. You would think maybe this would make it a little less likely," McLane said. "When you're looking at retirement, it's, 'Can my body do it again? Do I want to do it again? Lane has a very high standard for himself.

Dickerson has already established himself as a perennial Pro Bowler for the Eagles. If the 27-year-old offensive guard, that'd be a devastating blow to Nick Sirianni's offensive line.

Nov 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles guard Landon Dickerson (69) blocks Detroit Lions defensive tackle Roy Lopez (51) at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images© Eric Hartline-Imagn Images.

Philadelphia's offensive line loses its leader.

The Eagles have been fortunate enough to have Jeff Stoutland as their offensive line coach for the past 13 years. Earlier this week, however, he announced that he won't return to Philadelphia for the 2026 season.

“Philadelphia, I’ve decided my time coaching with the Eagles has come to an end,” Stoutland wrote on social media. “When I arrived here in 2013, I did not know what I was signing up for. I quickly learned what this city demands. But more importantly, what it gives back. The past 13 years have been the great privilege of my coaching career. I didn’t just work here, I became one of you. Stout out.”

If Stoutland was truly that influential in Philly, his departure may have increased the chances of Dickerson and Johnson retiring this offseason.

This article first appeared on The Spun and was syndicated with permission.

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