Eagles Waive Veteran Tackle Fred Johnson Amid Roster Shifts

The Philadelphia Eagles are waiving veteran offensive tackle Fred Johnson as they continue to overhaul their roster during the Week 10 bye. According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, this decision follows a similar move regarding receiver Hollywood Brown, who requested his release and reached a non-injury settlement. Since Lane Johnson retired in-season last year, rookie Markel Bell has served as the primary right tackle, while Fred Johnson remained primarily on the depth chart with limited playing time—24 offensive snaps so far this season despite 22 career starts for Philadelphia. Although re-signed to a one-year deal earlier in the offseason after joining via trade from Jacksonville, Johnson must now clear waivers before becoming an unrestricted free agent because the transaction occurred after the deadline.