Stephen A. Smith Checked for Insensitive Comments About Lane Johnson's Mental Health

Stephen A. Smith checked for insensitive comments about Lane Johnson's mental health

Lane Johnson, an all-time great right tackle, announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday. The Philadelphia Eagles had listed Johnson as inactive, citing personal reasons, for their Week 4 loss to the Los Angeles Rams last Sunday. “I deeply wanted to gut it out for one more year; to take the field with my…

"Now He Calls It Quits": Stephen A. Smith Rips Into Lane Johnson On Live TV Over Abrupt Retirement Decision

Lane Johnson always knew 2026 was going to be his last stand on the gridiron. After 13 years of giving everything to the game of football, the 14th year ultimately proved to be too much as he announced his retirement just four weeks into the season. But when that announcement landed on ESPN’s First Take, […]

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith Under Fire for Lane Johnson Mental Health Comments

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith is under fire for mocking Philadelphia Eagles OT Lane Johnson for retiring over mental health concerns.

‘This Situation Is So Chaotic’ — Stephen A. Smith Blames ‘Stress’ Caused by Eagles for Lane Johnson’s Surprise Retirement

Stephen A. Smith blames the Philadelphia Eagles as the biggest reason that Lane Johnson surprisingly retired from the NFL.

‘This is incredibly insensitive’: Stephen A. Smith faces backlash for ‘making light’ of Lane Johnson’s mental health

Credit: First Take on October 7, 2026 The Philadelphia Eagles were surprised on Sunday when the franchise found out that star offensive tackle Lane Johnson would be inactive for Sunday’s game to the Los Angeles Rams, which the Eagles ended up losing after a poor showing on offense. Just days later, Johnson announced his retirement in a post on social media. “I deeply wanted to gut it out for one more year; to take the field with my brothers for …

Stephen A Smith Facing Fierce Backlash Over 'Appalling' Lane Johnson Take

All-time great Philadelphia Eagle Lane Johnson suddenly announced his retirement on Tuesday, stepping away from the game in order to focus on his mental health. Many football fans respected Johnson's decision, celebrating his 14-year career that yielded six Pro-Bowl selections, two First Team…