Lane Johnson's 10-Game Suspension Appeal Denied: Latest Comments and Reaction

Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson will miss the next 10 games after his suspension for violating the NFL's policy against performance-enhancing drugs was upheld Tuesday. 

Albert Breer of TheMMQB got word from Johnson's attorney, Steve Zashin, that the former first-round pick's appeal had been denied.

Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer first reported Johnson's suspension, but he was allowed to play in the Eagles' first four games during the appeals process.

McLane provided an official statement from the NFL on Twitter:

The Eagles also commented on Johnson's suspension, per Tom Pelissero of USA Today:

ESPN's Andrew Brandt provided the following note on how much the 10-game suspension will cost Johnson:

However, Brandt noted the suspension voids the guarantee requirements and he will have to "earn" the money. Adam Schefter of ESPN noted that Johnson stands to lose $25 million in guaranteed money.

Johnson was previously suspended four games for his first violation in 2014, but he believed the NFLPA was to blame for his most recent positive test in August, per Martin Frank of the News Journal: "I know it's hard to believe coming from a second-time offender, but I want that to be clear that the NFLPA does not stand up for players. They don't check the supplements. They give us an app. Then when you call and ask them, or test positive for something they approve, it doesn't matter."

Despite Johnson's issues with the manner in which his positive test was handled, he will be out of the lineup until Week 16, which means the Eagles will be forced to do some juggling along the offensive line.

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo laid out a couple of options for Philly in terms of replacing Johnson:

The Eagles are off to a surprising 3-1 start thanks largely to the solid play of rookie quarterback Carson Wentz, but such a significant change at right tackle could pose some challenges.

Philadelphia is tied for second in the league with allowing just seven sacks, but moving Allen Barbre from guard to tackle or inserting Halapoulivaati Vaitai into the lineup may make the O-line more vulnerable.

The Eagles are still in line to get Johnson back at a key time so long as they can remain in the hunt for the NFC East crown or a wild-card spot, but his absence will test the team's depth and Wentz's ability to deal with pressure.

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