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Eagles Bring Back Brandon Graham for 16th Season After Edge-Rush Setbacks

Coaches are evaluating his role, with calls growing for a top-tier edge addition before the Nov. 4 deadline.

Overview

  • Philadelphia announced Graham’s return on Tuesday, and the 37-year-old confirmed it publicly and said his previously torn triceps is fully healed.
  • Head coach Vic Fangio said “we’ll see” on Graham’s usage, citing conditioning and carryover from last year as the staff plans to ease him into the rotation.
  • The move follows Za’Darius Smith’s abrupt retirement and injuries to edge options such as Nolan Smith Jr., leaving the position thin.
  • The defense has struggled to generate pressure, ranking 28th in sacks and 29th in sack rate, with minimal production from the edge group so far.
  • Analysts are urging GM Howie Roseman to pursue a high-end pass rusher before Nov. 4, mentioning targets such as Trey Hendrickson, Jaelan Phillips or Maxx Crosby.