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Eagles' Fill-In LT Prepared For Another Difficult Test

The task can't get tougher than last week for Fred Johnson. Pressed into action after star left tackle Jordan Mailata went down with a hamstring issue against Cleveland, all Johnson was asked to do was handle Myles Garrett, perhaps the best defensive player on the planet.

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Eagles Star Says Offensive Struggles Tied To 'Pressure That's Been Built Up'

The Eagles’ offensive struggles have been well-documented and perhaps the most honest assessments as to why keep coming from All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / October 8

Impact of Eagles Star Is Rare

Offensively at least, most of the Eagles’ struggles in the pre-bye week 33-16 loss at Tampa Bay can be traced to the absence of star receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, as well as All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / October 5

Jalen Hurts' Turnovers Aren't Only Thing Hurting Eagles

What we saw from Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts in training camp isn’t the same Jalen Hurts we are seeing through the first four games. Hurts’ throws were crisp, his decision-making nearly flawless.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 29

Eagles Will Play A Right Tackle Whose Last Start Was One Game in 2021

One by one, the Eagles kept ruling key players out of Sunday’s game at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. On Friday, it was receiver DeVonta Smith. On Saturday, it was receiver A.J.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 27

Eagles Rule Out One Receiver, List Another As Questionable Vs. Bucs

There was a glimmer of good news on the Eagles’ Friday injury report – A.J. Brown and Lane Johnson were listed as questionable for Sunday’s Week 4 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 24

Eagles Reclamation Project Produced Solid Snaps In Win Over Saints

A shirtless Fred Johnson stood at his locker in the bowels of the Caesars Superdome on Sunday evening, grinning from ear to ear, as his teammates shouted

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / September 22

Lane Johnson leaves Eagles vs. Saints playing field with an injury

Two high-powered offenses... Two good young quarterbacks... Awesome skill players everywhere. It hasn't mattered so far. The Philadelphia Eagles and New Orleans Saints are locked in a defensive tussle.

Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / September 20

Eagles' CJ Gardner-Johnson hints at Sunday status following Friday practice

The Philadelphia Eagles (1-1) wrapped up their final practice on Friday ahead of their Week 3 matchup against the New Orleans Saints (2-0). Two key starters did not participate in Friday's practice: starting wide receiver A.J.

Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / September 19

Eagles' starting safety CJ Gardner-Johnson unexpectedly pops up on Week 3 injury report

After playing on Monday night, the Philadelphia Eagles (1-1) have a quick turnaround before they play again on Sunday for their Week 3 game against the New Orleans Saints (2-0).

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 15

Love, Trust And Coaching: The Rebuild Of Eagles' OT Fred Johnson

Fred Johnson isn't a marquee member of the star-studded Philadelphia Eagles roster. Turns out the 6-foot-7, 326-pound swing tackle is among the most interesting and compelling stories.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 28

Eagles Backup Tackle Turned Around Career Because Jeff Stoutland Never Quit On Him

Fred Johnson was on the practice squad two years ago. And he wasn’t happy about it. In fact, he was downright angry, and you don’t want a 6-7, 326-pound man angry.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 20

Eagles Coach Raised Eyebrows When He Singled Out Backup Offensive Lineman For Praise

It caused more than a few raised eyebrows when Eagles coach Nick Sirianni was asked for one or two players who have shown great improvement from last year to this year.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 16

Eagles - Pats On Second Thought: Pickett Protection And Fred Johnson Love

The Eagles’ second consecutive late-game preseason win, a 14-13 comeback over New England Thursday night, came at the cost of creating a backup quarterback controversy.

Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / November 26

Eagles fears turn into reality moments before kickoff

The Philadelphia Eagles will be without starting right tackle Lane Johnson when they take on the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. Johnson was downgraded to questionable on Sunday morning after waking up with soreness in his groin.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 26

Eagles' last-minute injury update could complicate Bills game

The Philadelphia Eagles could be without one of their key pieces on offense when they take on the Buffalo Bills later today. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter,

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / September 25, 2023

New Eagles tackle gets roasted by teammates

Philadelphia offensive tackle Fred Johnson was the feel-good story of training camp last month when he received the first multi-year contract of his career.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 24, 2023

Eagles Re-Sign OT Fred Johnson To Two-Year Contract

The Philadelphia Eagles announced they have re-signed OT Fred Johnson to a two-year contract. The team just cut him yesterday, but that apparently was some kind of procedural move. Johnson, 26, wound up going undrafted out of Florida back in 2019.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 23, 2023

Eagles Release OT Fred Johnson

The Philadelphia Eagles released OT Fred Johnson on Wednesday, per the NFL Transactions wire. Johnson, 26, wound up going undrafted out of Florida back in 2019.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / November 2, 2022

Tampa Bay Buccaneers cut veteran offensive tackle

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers elected not to make a move at the NFL Trade Deadline. Moving forward, the Buccaneers will have to scour practice squads or the free agent market for potential additions that can help the team in the second half of the year.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / November 1, 2022

Buccaneers Waive OT, Sign Another to Practice Squad

Per Greg Auman of The Athletic, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are waiving offensive tackle Fred Johnson. In a corresponding move, the team signed offensive tackle Justin Skule to their practice squad.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 25, 2022

Buccaneers sign offensive lineman Fred Johnson

Buccaneers sign former Bengals offensive lineman Fred Johnson

After the Bengals waived him, Johnson was quick to land another gig.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 22, 2022

Bengals Waiving Offensive Tackle Fred Johnson Hours After Officially Signing Him

The Bengals officially signed Fred Johnson to a one-year contract for the 2022 season on Tuesday morning, but the 24-year-old won't be sticking around. Cincinnati plans to release Johnson according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. He was a restricted free agent and would've made over $2 million in 2022.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 14, 2022

Bengals Tendering Offensive Tackle Fred Johnson, Veteran Will Return Next Season

The Bengals decided to tender offensive tackle Fred Johnson on Monday. The 24-year-old was a restricted free agent. He will return to the team on a one-year, $2.433 million contract according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Johnson was a healthy scratch for most of the 2021 season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / December 17, 2021

Fred Johnson Expected to Start at Right Tackle on Sunday Against Broncos

Fred Johnson is expected to start at right tackle on Sunday against the Broncos. The 24-year-old has appeared in just two games this season. With Riley