Eagles Sign Fred Johnson for Offensive Line Depth

0:00On March 24th, the Philadelphia Eagles are locking in their offensive line-depth for 2026 by signing offensive tackle Fred Johnson to A-Stays. One-year deal. Johnson explored free agency last year, landing briefly with the Jacksonville Jaguars before the Eagles traded to bring him back home. That move paid off when their star-right tackle Lane Johnson suffered a season-ending foot injury, forcing Fred into a bigger role. Fans and analysts see this as a smart, depth play, especially after the Eagles line faced tough times overall with the run game taking a hit. Fred stepped up adorably as a reliable backup, even if it meant not securing a full-time starting gig elsewhere. In 2025, he logged a career-high 626 offensive snaps, finishing 71st out of 94 qualifying tackles. While the unit struggled, his solid fill-in work earned him another shot in Philly. With a new offensive line coach and Chris Cooper now on board, Johnson seems set to refine his skills and stick around as a key reserve, bolstering the Eagles's plans moving forward.

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