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Brandon Graham’s Comeback Framed by Title Chase as 49ers End Eagles’ Repeat Bid

He returned midseason to chase another ring in a city where titles define legacies.

Overview

  • Hours before kickoff, the Eagles posted Brandon Graham’s letter saying he came out of retirement to pursue another championship and “not pass on an opportunity at history.”
  • Graham rejoined the team in late October, debuted in Week 10, and finished nine games with three sacks and eight combined tackles after registering a December 14 sack against the Raiders.
  • He was seen greeting Tom Brady on the field before the Wild Card game, with Brady on the FOX broadcast at Lincoln Financial Field.
  • San Francisco defeated Philadelphia 23–19 in the NFC Wild Card round, ending the Eagles’ title defense.
  • After the loss, NFL reporter Mike Garafolo said Graham will take time to decide on his future and should not be assumed retired.