The Philadelphia Eagles sadly announced the passing of Jim Johnson on Tuesday, July 28, 2009, following a courageous battle with cancer. Johnson was 68.

A private memorial service for long-time Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Johnson was held on Aug. 7, inside the West Club of Lincoln Financial Field. Both current and former players were on hand, as well as former assistant coaches and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.

A veteran of 22 years as an NFL assistant, Johnson was regarded as one of the top defensive masterminds in National Football League history. Over the last decade, he gained a great deal of praise as the orchestrator of the renowned Eagles defense. His aggressive style kept Philadelphia at or near the top of the NFL in nearly every major defensive category since joining Andy Reid's staff on January 22, 1999.  More >