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Eagles OT Lane Johnson ahead of Year 13: I feel ‘young in heart, but can’t ignore Father Time’ - Nick Shook, NFL.com

Philadelphia’s cornerstone lineman knows he can’t play forever.

Lane Johnson knows he’s on the back nine of his career, but after signing a one-year extension that keeps him with the Eagles through 2027, he’s not considering walking away just yet.

By the time that contract expires, Johnson will be tied with a teammate who recently retired — edge rusher Brandon Graham — as the longest-tenured Eagle in franchise history. Johnson doesn’t take such an honor lightly, but also knows he isn’t an ageless marvel.

Read the full article at Blogging The Boys