The Philadelphia Eagles continue to show their appreciation for the core of last season’s Super Bowl-winning roster.
On Monday, the team announced it had signed Lane Johnson to a one-year contract extension, keeping the All-Pro right tackle under contract through the 2027 season.
Much like they did with Saquon Barkley, the Eagles went above and beyond to reward Johnson—one of their most valuable players—with an early extension.
In addition to tacking on an extra year, Philadelphia also restructured the final two years of Johnson’s current contract to boost his earnings. Originally set to make $17.4 million in 2024 and $22.4 million in 2025—a combined total just shy of $40 million—Johnson’s new deal increases that figure to $48 million over the next two seasons, with $40 million of it guaranteed.
Johnson, who will turn 35 before next season kicks off, has openly discussed retirement in recent years. He addressed the topic again prior to last month’s Super Bowl, reassuring Eagles fans he plans to return for at least one more season.
Philadelphia Inks Tight End Kylen Granson to One-Year Contract
Considering Johnson has been approaching his career on a year-to-year basis, there was little pressure for Philadelphia to commit to him long term. It’s clear the team made this move out of respect and gratitude for Johnson, a franchise cornerstone since being drafted in 2013.
The Eagles have bolstered their tight end group, reaching an agreement on a one-year contract with Kylen Granson on Monday.
Granson, a fourth-round pick by the Indianapolis Colts in the 2021 NFL Draft, has appeared in 62 regular-season games over four seasons, making 17 starts. During that time, he’s tallied 86 receptions for 958 yards and one touchdown.
Standing 6-foot-3 and weighing 242 pounds, Granson earned recognition as one of the league’s better blocking tight ends last season, according to Pro Football Focus.
He’ll be 27 years old when the 2025 NFL season kicks off. Off the field, Granson launched a nonprofit organization called KG’s Kids while with the Colts, focusing on promoting literacy in underserved communities.
Granson’s college career began at Rice before transferring to SMU. Over 39 collegiate games, he totaled 129 receptions for 1,879 yards and 16 touchdowns. His 14 touchdown receptions at SMU remain a school record for tight ends.
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