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  "id": 12482941,
  "title": "Jeff Stoutland shares a heartfelt message for Lane Johnson",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/jeff-stoutland-shares-a-heartfelt-message-for-lane-johnson",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T22:14:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jeff-stoutland-shares-heartfelt-message-221402978.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland penned a heartfelt message to honor his former player, Lane Johnson, following his retirement announcement. The message serves as a testament to the profound impact their 13-year relationship has had on both the football field and as men.\n\nStoutland recounted their initial encounter in East Texas in 2013, when Johnson was a 22-year-old prospect preparing for the NFL draft. The Eagles selected Johnson fourth overall, marking the beginning of a partnership that would culminate in two Super Bowl championships.\n\nRenowned for his exceptional offensive tackle skills, Johnson earned six Pro Bowl selections and five Associated Press All-Pro honors throughout his 14-season tenure with Philadelphia. He not only started every regular-season game but also played in an additional 15 postseason contests.\n\nStoutland emphasized the rarity of finding a player like Johnson, acknowledging his unique combination of athleticism, power, and intelligence. Under Stoutland's guidance, Johnson became a cornerstone of an Eagles offensive line that consistently ranked among the NFL's best.\n\nBeyond Johnson's on-field achievements, Stoutland praised the man he had become during their time together. He described their coaching partnership as a privilege and an honor, concluding with a direct expression of pride in Johnson's Hall of Fame career.\n\nAs Johnson retires, this message highlights a relationship that transcends sports, showcasing the lasting impact of a mentor and mentee bond forged through dedication, success, and mutual respect.",
  "summary": "Jeff Stoutland recalled evaluating Lane Johnson in East Texas before celebrating the Hall of Fame career his former Eagles tackle built",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Newsweek",
        "title": "Eagles Legendary OT Lane Johnson Announces Retirement",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/eagles-legendary-ot-lane-johnson-announces-retirement",
        "published": "2026-10-06T20:31:37.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Eagles All-Pro offensive lineman Lane Johnson retires after 14 seasons",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/eagles-all-pro-offensive-lineman-lane-johnson-retires-after-14-seasons",
        "published": "2026-10-06T20:32:23.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Eagles All-Pro offensive lineman Lane Johnson retires after 14 seasons",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/eagles-all-pro-offensive-lineman-lane-johnson-retires-after-14-seasons-12467701",
        "published": "2026-10-06T20:33:35.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}