Eagles’ record with and without Lane Johnson shows his Hall of Fame value
Philadelphia’s dramatic decline without Lane Johnson underscores how much the All-Pro right tackle influenced winning and offensive stability
The Philadelphia Eagles' performance with and without star offensive lineman Lane Johnson demonstrates his Hall of Fame-level value to the team. Over 14 seasons, the Eagles posted a .659 winning percentage with Johnson in the lineup, compared to a .375 mark when he was absent, including playoff games. Johnson's presence allowed the Eagles to handle elite pass rushers more effectively, as he provided superior run blocking for NFL rushing champions LeSean McCoy and Saquon Barkley.
The Eagles recently experienced a stark contrast during a Week 4 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, where they posted just 172 total yards, went 0-for-12 on third down, and failed to score after halftime. With Johnson's retirement, the Eagles must now construct an offense capable of winning without the player who stabilized their right side for 14 seasons.
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