“Scary City”-Eagles Legend Lane Johnson Gets Brutally Honest on His First Impression of Philadelphia

Lane Johnson has spent 13 seasons with the Eagles. That’s the exact number of seasons that Jason has played as well. But while Kelce has hung up his cleats, Johnson keeps getting stronger. In the latest episode of the New Heights podcast, Johnson revealed what he felt when he joined the team for the first time.

Jason was drafted in 2011, whereas Johnson was drafted in 2013, two years later. The Eagles could be an intimidating franchise to play for, and Johnson felt that the moment he joined the team.

Lane Johnson reveals his first impression of Philadelphia

Diving headfirst into Philadelphia, Lane Johnson told Jason what he thought of the team. The passionate and devoted fans left an indelible mark on Johnson with their overwhelming presence. He stated, “Now just talking about the fans are intimidating. When you see a big mob like that, all that energy, you’re just like, damn, I want to win.” He had to win! It was not only for him but also for the city that welcomed him wholeheartedly.

As time unfurled, the bond between Johnson and the Philadelphia faithful deepened. But his very first impression? “Philadelphia is kind of a scary city,” he admitted. “You got to put in your due time,” he acknowledged. The prospect of joining the offense with the adrenaline of workouts that hinted at interest from other teams got him excited. He had found his home!

Johnson will probably be with the Eagles till 2027, after which his contract expires. However, Philly can’t afford to wait till then to find his replacement. Could they do that in the upcoming April Draft?

Finding Johnson’s replacement

Daniel Jeremiah from NFL Network weighed in on the problem. Lane Johnson’s replacement could be from his university itself- The University of Oklahoma. Lane had come from within its rank to Philly as the 4th pick. Now, the spotlight turns to Tyler Guyton, a formidable force in his own right. With the 22nd pick, the Eagles could select him.

From his dual roles at TCU to his pivotal transfer to Oklahoma in 2022, every snap, every game has been a step towards something remarkable. Standing tall at six-foot-seven and weighing in at 327 pounds, Guyton’s presence is imposing. Yet it’s his agility, his explosive beginnings, and his unwavering balance that set him apart.

And who better to guide him than Johnson himself? With his commitment to “finish my career strong” and the Eagles’ luxury of having O-line coach Jeff Stoutland, the stage is set for Guyton to learn from the best.

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