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So Can We Officially Blame Lane Johnson For This Season?
By Kyle Scott
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Johnson reminded us all exactly how good he is on the Eagles’ first series when the offense went 78 yards on seven plays for a touchdown. The drive started with a 17-yard run by Ryan Mathews that was sprung by a Johnson block. The touchdown came on a pitch right to Darren Sproles. The outside lane was open because Johnson had overpowered Landon Collins, the Giants’ Pro Bowl safety.
As Johnson returned to the sideline, he was greeted by a smile and a hug from defensive end Connor Barwin, who was also on the long list of Eagles happy to see Johnson again.
“I can’t even remember what he said,” Johnson said. “Probably some cuss words, but he was happy.”
Goddammit. Lane Johnson wasn’t going to save this season, but it’s reasonable to say he may have made enough of an impact in one or two of the Eagles’ close games, including against the Cowboys and Giants, that would’ve put them in Wild Card contention.
Kyle Scott is the founder and editor of CrossingBroad.com. He has written for CBS Philly and Philly Voice, and been a panelist or contributor on NBC Sports Philly, FOX 29 and SNY TV, as well as a recurring guest on 97.5 The Fanatic, 94 WIP, 106.7 The Fan and other stations. He has more than 10 years experience running digital media properties and in online advertising and marketing.