Jim Johnson is taking some time off from his duties as the Eagles defensive coordinator because of health problems.Johnson is battling cancer and was coaching from a motorized vehicle during the mini camp. He is undergoing chemotherapy which weakens the patient.
Eagles head coach Andy Reid made a statement and basically said that Johnson was struggling physically.
“I told him to take care of himself first, and when he’s ready to come back, come back.” Eagles coach Andy Reid said Monday.
“I’d like to tell you he’s great, but he’s not. He’s struggling right now,” said Reid, who said he talks to Johnson every day on the telephone. “I told him, when you feel like it, come back.”
The defensive coordinator duties will be taken over by Sean McDermott the team’s secondary coach. McDermott has been with the Birds for 11 years. -gcobb.com
You always hate to see something like this. You pray that he will be fine and that everything will be smooth. Lets hope that he can have a full recovery. I hate to say it but hopefully we can get him back on the turff soon it would be tough enough losing B-Dawk this year on defense not alone mention the force that this guy brings. In all due respect though McDermott is one heck of a coach and I’m sure will do just fine while filling in for Jim Johnson. Get well Jim and lets cross our fingers we get to see you soon.
