NFLOct 11
Eagles Plan to Keep Johnson on Roster Amid Line Shakeup
Philadelphia holds Lane Johnson on the 53-man roster past June 1 while sorting through trades and retirements on the offensive line
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Johnson Stays on Active Roster
The Eagles intend to keep Lane Johnson on the 53-man roster until after June 1 to manage salary cap implications. Johnson had received a $21.7 million option bonus before the season and will repay several million dollars, though the exact amount remains under discussion. His remaining $1.3 million base salary means the roster decision carries limited immediate financial impact beyond the timing of any cap acceleration, which would otherwise hit in 2028.
Jurgens Trade Brings Draft Capital
Cam Jurgens was sent to the Baltimore Ravens along with a 2027 seventh-round pick in exchange for a 2027 fifth-rounder and a 2028 second-rounder. The move leaves the Eagles with a younger offensive line heading into their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. General manager Howie Roseman can use the acquired 2028 second-rounder to add immediate help or retain it for future flexibility.
Focus Remains on Winning Now
The team views its current roster as capable of contending, citing defensive talent, a proven quarterback and established skill-position players.
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