Philadelphia pulled off a quick pivot, reacquiring Fred Johnson from Jacksonville for a 2026 seventh-round pick, bolstering swing tackle depth behind Jordan Mailata and Lane Johnson. The move comes amid a string of roster shuffles ahead of the deadline, including a Sam Howell-related deal and another trade haul that signals Howie Roseman’s asset-light rebuild plan for 2026 picks.

Johnson, who logged 482 snaps in 2023 with Philadelphia and started multiple games, provides veteran versatility as a swing option. Expect him to compete for backup-time behind Mailata/Lane, while the Eagles continue to gamble with moves that aim to optimize the 53-man roster and long-term cap flexibility.