Motivation: Lane Johnson has a side-by-side comparison chart of Penei Sewell’s stats hung up in his locker

Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson, despite being the best tackle in the NFL and one of the best tackles in the history of the sport, did not earn first-team All-Pro honors this season. It went to Lions’ tackle Penei Sewell.

While Sewell is a great player in his own right, the Eagles players and Lane Johnson himself are not happy about the snub.

As the Eagles prepare for their highly anticipated playoff showdown against the Green Bay Packers this Sunday, a buzz of controversy has emerged in the locker room. At Lane Johnson’s space, a sign titled “All-Pro Comparison” appeared, juxtaposing his performance metrics with those of Penei Sewell, the Detroit Lions’ standout tackle. While the origins of the sign remain unknown, it’s clear that the intent was to highlight Johnson’s frustration with the recent All-Pro voting results.

Eagles’ Lane Johnson and the All-Pro Snub

Lane Johnson’s locker stall after he was voted second team All-pro RT behind the Lions’ Penei Sewell: pic.twitter.com/JDf67RLKhH

— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) January 10, 2025

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According to The Philadelphia Inquirer, Johnson briefly addressed the matter before departing, confirming his disappointment with the outcome. The chart offered a compelling comparison between Johnson and Sewell, underscoring Johnson’s dominance in several key areas. However, it notably omitted one set of metrics that might explain the voters’ decision: Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades.

PFF’s grading system has grown increasingly influential in All-Pro discussions, and while Sewell edged out Johnson in overall offensive grade (87.5 to 85.4) and run-blocking grade (90.5 vs. 80.0), Johnson excelled in pass-blocking, earning a significantly higher grade (88.1 vs. 74.1).

Statistical Breakdown: Lane Johnson vs. Penei Sewell

Here’s how the two premier right tackles stack up across multiple performance metrics this season:

Metric	Lane Johnson (PHI)	Penei Sewell (DET)
Sacks allowed	0	1
QB hits allowed	1	5
QB pressures allowed	6	25
Pass block win rate	94%	91%
Island rate	75% (1st)	55% (58th)
QB time to throw avg.	3.31 seconds	2.88 seconds
Run block win rate	80%	Not Ranked
Team rushing yards	3,048	2,488

Johnson’s numbers paint a picture of sheer dominance, particularly in pass protection, where he allowed zero sacks and minimal quarterback pressures all season. His 75% island rate—a measure of a tackle’s ability to hold up in isolation against defenders—leads the league, far outpacing Sewell’s 55%.

While the comparison sign may have stirred the pot, Johnson’s focus remains on helping the Eagles secure a deep playoff run. His frustration with the All-Pro voting is understandable, but Johnson’s contributions to the Eagles’ league-leading rushing attack and their overall success are undeniable.

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If the Eagles and Lions meet in the NFC Championship Game, fans might witness a subplot featuring two of the NFL’s best right tackles. Regardless of the frosty All-Pro voting process, Johnson has proven he belongs in any conversation about the league’s elite offensive linemen.

For now, all eyes are on Sunday as Johnson and the Eagles aim to overpower the Packers and march closer to a Super Bowl berth.