Lane Johnson hints 2026 season may be his last

Lane Johnson, right tackle for the Philadelphia Eagles, told reporters Saturday that the 2026 season will likely be his last in the NFL. Johnson was careful with his words, saying it is 'probably' his last year, not a firm retirement announcement.

His reasoning was personal. Johnson cited aging parents, his children growing older, and time away from family. He also missed four practices earlier in camp while dealing with a personal matter before returning to speak Saturday. He added that he still believes he can perform at a high level: 'I still feel I can be a premier tackle in this league. My movement, everything, feels good.'

What this means for fantasy rosters

Johnson is an offensive lineman, so he carries no direct fantasy value. But his presence has historically mattered to Eagles skill players. Per ESPN, Philadelphia went 8-2 with Johnson in the 2026 lineup and 3-5 without him in 2025 before a Lisfranc injury ended his season after 10 starts.

If Johnson plays a full 2026 season as expected, nothing changes for now. Where managers should pay attention is dynasty formats: Johnson is 35 going on 36, and he has said publicly this is likely it. If his retirement becomes official after 2026, whoever lines up at right tackle next for the Eagles will matter for the players behind and around him.

For redraft this season, no action needed. Johnson is back at camp and planning to play. Monitor his health given last year's Lisfranc injury, and check depth chart movement at right tackle heading into 2027 if you carry Eagles receivers in dynasty leagues.