Lane Johnson Health, Injury Updates & History

Being evaluated for concussion, unlikely to return

With the retirement of Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson will be the Eagles' veteran leader. The Eagles' offensive line remains one of the best units in the NFL with great depth, which should enhance production for Saquon Barkley. Although his chronic ankle history and age are concerns, Johnson is a bulldog who pushes through almost any issue and should continue to lead the line until he retires.

By video, nursing left groin strain and inactive against the Bills - likely a multi-week issue and the opposite side as the groin strain that bothered him last season

By video, nursing left groin strain and unlikely to suit up against the Bills - likely a multi-week issue and the opposite side as the groin strain that bothered him last season

Suffered right ankle sprain in W6 but will play W8 - reportedly a grade 1 lateral sprain - opposite side as past ankle troubles - if he plays, will have ankle heavily taped and will be vulnerable to speed rush

Suffered right ankle sprain in W6 but chance to play W7 - reportedly a grade 1 lateral sprain - opposite side as past ankle troubles - if he plays, will have ankle heavily taped and will be vulnerable to speed rush

By video, right high ankle component - now ruled out - opposite side as past ankle troubles - key status to watch ahead of Week 7 matchup against Dolphins

By video, slight high ankle component but could tape and continue - available for emergency usage - now in locker room

Amazingly, Johnson toughed out a core muscle injury during the postseason. He had surgery during the offseason but that surgery has a reliable recovery and he will be ready for 2023.

Amazingly, Johnson toughed out a core muscle injury during the postseason. He had surgery during the offseason but that surgery has a reliable recovery and he will be ready for Week 1.