Remembering the Legendary Jim Johnson 13 years later

PHILADELPHIA, PA – DECEMBER 22: Philadelphia Eagles helmet sits on a cart during the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagle on December 22, 2019, at Lincoln Financial Filed in Philadelphia, PA. (Photo by Andy Lewis/Icon Sportswire)Legendary Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Johnson passed away 13 years ago today at the age of 68 after a battle with cancer. He spent 10 seasons on the sidelines in Philadelphia from 1999-2008. He also spent time coaching three other NFL franchises, two USFL franchises, and the University of Notre Dame.

All great head coaches need capable coordinators to control the side of the ball where they lack expertise, and Andy Reid struck gold when he…