Eagles Trade Away Pro Bowl OL 1 Day After Lane Johnson's Retirement
The Philadelphia Eagles are trading away a two-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman one day after right tackle Lane Johnson retired.
The Philadelphia Eagles offensive line lost another cornerstone when Lane Johnson announced his retirement. Jason Kelce, his former teammate, reacted to the news on his New Heights podcast. Johnson, who missed Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams for personal reasons, revealed he was stepping away to focus on his mental health and family.
Over a decade ago, Johnson became a two-time All-Pro tackle, playing a key role in an elite offensive line. Kelce shared his thoughts about Johnson's retirement, calling him "like a brother" and acknowledging he hasn't figured out the exact reasons behind the decision. However, Kelce praised Johnson's status as a future Hall of Famer and highlighted his dominance from a pass-protection standpoint.
He emphasized that Johnson's absence has significantly impacted the Eagles, particularly in the team's losing record (18-30) when he wasn't playing. Johnson's retirement was described as a "major blow" to the team. The former center also pointed out that rookie Markel Bell will face the challenge of replacing such a franchise cornerstone.
Kelce expressed sadness at not being able to watch Johnson block anymore, noting that he will remain dominant even in retirement.
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