Eagles Star Lane Johnson Announces Retirement Due to ‘Critical’ Mental Health Needs
The offensive tackle announced he is retiring from the NFL after 14 seasons
Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson has announced his retirement from the NFL after 14 seasons with the team. The 36-year-old, who was the No. 4 overall pick in 2013 out of the University of Oklahoma, cited his personal and family priorities, as well as the need to focus on his mental health, as the primary reasons for his decision.
Johnson, a two-time Super Bowl champion, expressed his gratitude to the Eagles organization, coaches, teammates, and fans for their support throughout his career. He praised his ability to contribute to the team's success and called Philadelphia "home." The announcement came two days after Johnson didn't play in the Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams game on Sunday, Oct. 4, and Johnson previously revealed in 2021 that he has been battling depression and anxiety.
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