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Eagles Re-Sign Swing Tackle Fred Johnson to One-Year Deal

The short contract reinforces depth at offensive tackle and keeps options open to draft a long‑term successor.

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Dec 22, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Mekhi Becton (77) and offensive tackle Fred Johnson (74) wait to take the field before the game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
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Sep 5, 2024; Sao Paolo, Brazil; Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Fred Johnson (74) during practice at the Neo Química Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Eagles reached a one-year agreement to bring back swing tackle Fred Johnson, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer and other reports.
  • Johnson returns as injury insurance behind starting tackles Lane Johnson and Jordan Mailata.
  • Over the past two seasons he started 14 games and logged 1,107 offensive snaps, and he has played in all 51 regular-season games and six playoff games during three years with Philadelphia.
  • The tackle room now includes 2025 draft picks Myles Hinton and Cam Williams along with Hollin Pierce and John Ojukwu behind the established starters.
  • Team evaluators still may target a high-end offensive tackle in the draft as a possible heir to Lane Johnson at right tackle.