17 hours ago, Traveler Vic said:

In the next draft we should get at least 3-4 lineman to groom. Hopefully several will pan out.

Team has so many holes I’m not even sure if they should go that deep on lineman.

On 12/9/2025 at 9:22 AM, MR-CYN said:

0-3 without Lane. There's a pattern developing here.

Overall 15-27. He’s a conundrum for this football team, because on one hand he keeps playing mostly at a high level when he plays, but he’s often missing games (for whatever reason) at some point per season. Since they’re paying him so much it is difficult to invest major money or draft stock in his replacement.

I'm scared to death to see this team without him for a full season. Which will happen probably within 2 years.

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On 12/11/2025 at 2:51 PM, brkmsn said:

Maybe that's what is happening with some of our recent late round OL picks. That process doesn't happen overnight.

Are you refering to Hinton and Williams? Who are just as good as any OL on anyones practice squad out there. Another words average.

Or Kendall who is the only rookie on the active roster?

Somehow I was thinking about more higher picks being invested, at the same time so they can grow together, into an aging offensive line.

A tackle and a guard taken in the top 4.

The other 2 picks in the top 4 can be used on DE, and CB or Safety.

That to me would be a good position draft in 2026.

The rest of the picks can be distributed among long shots at any position.

53 minutes ago, Traveler Vic said:

Are you refering to Hinton and Williams? Who are just as good as any OL on anyones practice squad out there. Another words average.

Or Kendall who is the only rookie on the active roster?

Somehow I was thinking about more higher picks being invested, at the same time so they can grow together, into an aging offensive line.

A tackle and a guard taken in the top 4.

The other 2 picks in the top 4 can be used on DE, and CB or Safety.

That to me would be a good position draft in 2026.

The rest of the picks can be distributed among long shots at any position.

Unless an OL (RT) falls to us at 32, we may need to trade for someone. But I trust Stoutland/Lane could groom someone to replace his massive shoes.

53 minutes ago, Traveler Vic said:

Are you refering to Hinton and Williams? Who are just as good as any OL on anyones practice squad out there. Another words average.

Or Kendall who is the only rookie on the active roster?

Somehow I was thinking about more higher picks being invested, at the same time so they can grow together, into an aging offensive line.

A tackle and a guard taken in the top 4.

The other 2 picks in the top 4 can be used on DE, and CB or Safety.

That to me would be a good position draft in 2026.

The rest of the picks can be distributed among long shots at any position.

We drafted and began developing Mailata to be a LT and then later drafted Andre Dillard to be the LT. We wouldn't have wasted a 1st on Dillard if we knew Mailata would develop like he did. So, yes, I'm saying anyone currently already on the roster can develop, but if that's going to happen, it won't be overnight. Right now, we have Fred Johnson who has developed into a solid player that could start for other teams. We also have Brett Toth who can play any OL position and has been playing well. So in Mailata, F. Johnson and Toth, there's reason to have confidence that this team can be successful developing offensive linemen over longer periods of time.

When it comes to Lane Johnson, I don't believe he'll retire for a while. I think he'll want to play at least 2 more seasons. If that's the case, we'll have time to continue to develop guys. If nobody is ready to step up at that time, we can draft someone early or sign a free agent with experience.

6 hours ago, brkmsn said:

We drafted and began developing Mailata to be a LT and then later drafted Andre Dillard to be the LT. We wouldn't have wasted a 1st on Dillard if we knew Mailata would develop like he did. So, yes, I'm saying anyone currently already on the roster can develop, but if that's going to happen, it won't be overnight. Right now, we have Fred Johnson who has developed into a solid player that could start for other teams. We also have Brett Toth who can play any OL position and has been playing well. So in Mailata, F. Johnson and Toth, there's reason to have confidence that this team can be successful developing offensive linemen over longer periods of time.

When it comes to Lane Johnson, I don't believe he'll retire for a while. I think he'll want to play at least 2 more seasons. If that's the case, we'll have time to continue to develop guys. If nobody is ready to step up at that time, we can draft someone early or sign a free agent with experience.

Sounds like a good plan. As everyone is one injury away from playing backups...the older our current OL gets, the higher the probability of that injury. Of all the position to have more and better quality depth..I prefer OL and CBs. Therefore more OL draft selection in 2026 for me please.

Fred has definitely been serviceable for us. If lane were to call it quits I would pick Fred to be my current front runner for starter but we definitely need to invest some more resources in the position

1 hour ago, Traveler Vic said:

Sounds like a good plan. As everyone is one injury away from playing backups...the older our current OL gets, the higher the probability of that injury. Of all the position to have more and better quality depth..I prefer OL and CBs. Therefore more OL draft selection in 2026 for me please.

We all would love to have great depth. The offensive line has the most starting positions on an NFL team with 5. With roster limits and salary caps it can also be the most challenging area on the team to have great depth. That's why team's like versatile guys who can move around as backups.

We've had a lot of injuries on the OL this season and for the most part, we've been able to handle/manage those with our depth. Realistically, that's a good end result. If you look back at 2020, the injuries were so numerous that there were many games where we had to play with multiple backups all at once and it wasn't pretty. Whenever a team only has to use just 1 backup at a time, there seems to be little drop-off.

I expect us to draft more than one OL in 2026. I'm just not so sure we'd use a day 1 pick. If we know Lane is returning for 2026, we can afford to bring in a less polished prospect with upside or maybe a guy that is rehabbing an injury that slips like Dickerson.

6 hours ago, brkmsn said:

I expect us to draft more than one OL in 2026. I'm just not so sure we'd use a day 1 pick. If we know Lane is returning for 2026, we can afford to bring in a less polished prospect with upside or maybe a guy that is rehabbing an injury that slips like Dickerson.

Yeah I certainly think they will look to replenish in the draft. I actually wouldn’t be surprised to see them use a first round pick on a RT (who can potentially slide inside for a year or two whilst Lane hopefully continues). Steen really just is not very good and it would be great to get an upgrade at the position.

I highly doubt we see Lane or Carter until the playoffs. It’s very possible everyone gets shut down after the Bills game to give themselves a mini bye week, because they’re likely not getting the first or second seed.

On 12/16/2025 at 4:54 AM, EazyEaglez said:

I highly doubt we see Lane or Carter until the playoffs. It’s very possible everyone gets shut down after the Bills game to give themselves a mini bye week, because they’re likely not getting the first or second seed.

Since Lane is not on IR doesn't he have to be activated? I am not sure

I'm not sure the recent drafts have provided a prospect worthy of being his replacement. At least not where the Eagles were picking after round 1. Maybe this April will give them one to take.

23 hours ago, scottr@pictips.com said:

Since Lane is not on IR doesn't he have to be activated? I am not sure

I just mean playing him. I think they should hold out to the playoffs.

22 hours ago, PoconoDon said:

I'm not sure the recent drafts have provided a prospect worthy of being his replacement. At least not where the Eagles were picking after round 1. Maybe this April will give them one to take.

Most drafts don't have anyone who will ever be as good as Lane. A guy like him only comes along once every couple of decades. The HOF voters may make him wait a year because of the steroid thing early in his career, but if anyone should go instantly to the HOF upon retirement, it's Lane Johnson.

27 minutes ago, ilikepargo said:

Most drafts don't have anyone who will ever be as good as Lane. A guy like him only comes along once every couple of decades. The HOF voters may make him wait a year because of the steroid thing early in his career, but if anyone should go instantly to the HOF upon retirement, it's Lane Johnson.

Yeah, I didn't mean his equal. I meant an acceptable replacement. a guy you can depend on with confidence and who can make a couple pro bowls in his career.

Sometimes a free agent signing is the answer. Jon Runyan started every game at RT for 9 straight seasons after the Eagles signed him.

On 12/13/2025 at 12:56 PM, LacesOut said:

I'm scared to death to see this team without him for a full season. Which will happen probably within 2 years.

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Curious if they move Mailata to RT and draft a LT or draft a RT

1 hour ago, Mike030270 said:

Curious if they move Mailata to RT and draft a LT or draft a RT

Hmmmmm that could be a possibility.

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4 hours ago, Mike030270 said:

Curious if they move Mailata to RT and draft a LT or draft a RT

Why would you move your Pro Bowl LT, the second most important position on the field, to RT?

1 hour ago, SB52 said:

Why would you move your Pro Bowl LT, the second most important position on the field, to RT?

Lane was initially the replacement for Peters at LT but played RT instead because Peters stayed

29 minutes ago, Mike030270 said:

Lane was initially the replacement for Peters at LT but played RT instead because Peters stayed

You’re making my point.

27 minutes ago, SB52 said:

You’re making my point.

A LT switching to RT

According to Baldy who is close with LJ, don't count on him playing this Sunday.

11 hours ago, Procus said:

According to Baldy who is close with LJ, don't count on him playing this Sunday.

Why they didn't put him on IR seems ridiculous now. If he doesn't play this week, that would make 8 straight games missed. They could have used his roster spot for basically anyone.

I guess what they could be thinking is that...do they really need him this week against the 49ers? Their D isn't as good, Fred Johnson should be able to handle the duties again. Maybe they're trying to save him until we really need him...i.e., playing a good defense with good edge rushers. Either that or they really misjudged how long it would take him to recover. Lisfranc injuries are usually season-enders so I guess they diagnosed him as being a more mild type of sprain. Still a tough injury to recover from without the benefit of time...a lot of it.