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Brandon Graham to End Retirement and Rejoin Eagles, Deal Expected This Week

Reports indicate the signing becomes official Wednesday to bolster a thin edge group.

Overview

  • NFL Network and other outlets report the 37-year-old is finalizing terms, with the move expected to be announced Wednesday.
  • The Eagles turned to Graham after Za'Darius Smith's sudden retirement and injuries to Nolan Smith Jr. and Ogbo Okoronkwo depleted the edge rotation.
  • Philadelphia has just 11 sacks through seven games, highlighting the need for veteran help on a defense short on healthy pass rushers.
  • Graham retired in March after 15 seasons in Philadelphia and returns as the franchise leader in games played (206) and third in sacks (76.5) with two Super Bowl titles.
  • Questions remain about his ramp-up and debut timeline following last season’s triceps re-tear, and contract details have not been disclosed as Graham teased "special news" on his podcast Tuesday.