Report: Eagles to release veteran OL Fred Johnson
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles are releasing veteran offensive tackle Fred Johnson, according to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport.
- This move follows veteran receiver Hollywood Brown's release request and subsequent non-injury settlement with the team.
- Johnson had been a backup to rookie Markel Bell at right tackle after Lane Johnson's in-season retirement and appeared in seven games this season.
- The 29-year-old Johnson signed a one-year contract this offseason and has played 58 games with 14 starts since joining the Eagles in 2023.
- The Eagles are undergoing a significant overhaul of their offensive line this season.
