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Eagles record without Lane Johnson: How O-lineman's abrupt retirement could ruin Philadelphia's season

Key points

  • Lane Johnson has announced his immediate retirement from the NFL after 14 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles. Johnson said he had changed his personal and family priorities and needed to focus on his mental health.
  • The Eagles have historically performed far better with Johnson on the field, winning 65.6 per cent of games he started. Their record fell to 18-30 in games he missed.
  • Rookie Markel Bell is expected to take over the role.
Eagles record without Lane Johnson: How O-lineman's abrupt retirement could ruin Philadelphia's season
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