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Jimmy Graham to Retire as a New Orleans Saint Later in 2025

His announcement concludes a 13-season journey that included league-leading performances, a heartfelt 2023 homecoming, charity-driven adventures off the field.

Overview

  • He confirmed his intention on July 22 via the Saints’ official channels to end his NFL career with the team that drafted him in 2010.
  • Graham’s last on-field action came in 2023 when he rejoined the Saints for 13 games and scored four touchdowns.
  • Across 13 seasons, he recorded 719 catches, 8,545 receiving yards and 89 touchdowns, led the NFL with 16 TD receptions in 2013 and earned five Pro Bowl nods.
  • The exact date for his formal retirement ceremony has not been announced as he awaits the franchise’s scheduling.
  • Since stepping away from football, he completed a 584-nautical-mile Arctic rowing challenge in just over 10 days to support New Orleans charities.