Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson confirmed to ESPN he will return for the 2026 season, marking his 14th year with the team. The 35-year-old All-Pro lineman missed the final seven regular-season games and the playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers with a Lisfranc injury, creating uncertainty about his future.

Johnson's return comes during a period of transition for the Eagles' offense, with longtime offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland departing and former Vikings assistant Chris Kuper taking over. The team also fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, replacing him with 33-year-old Sean Mannion, who is expected to implement a scheme more aligned with the Kyle Shanahan/Sean McVay design. Johnson's presence will be crucial as Philadelphia adapts to these changes.

The Eagles were 8-2 with Johnson in the lineup versus 3-5 without him in 2025, continuing a trend that has persisted throughout his career. Since being drafted fourth overall in 2013, Philadelphia's record is 94-41-1 when Johnson plays and 15-28 when he doesn't. General manager Howie Roseman called Johnson 'a Hall of Fame player who's been a huge part of any of our success,' emphasizing his importance as the team navigates this offseason of change.