Eagles reportedly releasing Fred Johnson

The Philadelphia Eagles continue to make moves during their bye week, the latest of which is reportedly releasing Fred Johnson. The veteran offensive tackle provided some much needed depth at tackle, and occasionally at guard, over the years, but the team decided to move forward in another direction.

It’s interesting that this is one of the moves Howie Roseman would make given the struggles of the Eagles’ offensive line this season. They’ve had a slow shedding of veteran lineman this season, starting with Lane Johnson (retired) and then Cam Jurgens (traded to Baltimore), and are now making an even further commitment to a younger group up front.

Fred has been a fan favorite for years, and the…