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Jimmy Graham (born November 24, 1986) is an American former professional football player who was a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). He played only one year of college football for the Miami Hurricanes after playing four years of basketball. Graham was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the third round of the 2010 NFL draft. He was also a member of the Seattle Seahawks, Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears.

Key Information

In his second season in the NFL, Graham had 99 receptions for 1,310 yards and 11 touchdowns. That year, he made his first Pro Bowl appearance and was selected as an All-Pro player at his position. He became the first tight end in Saints history to have more than 1,000 receiving yards in a season.[1] He set the Saints franchise record for receptions in a season while also tying the Saints franchise record for touchdowns in a season.[2] Graham is second all-time for most receiving yards and receiving touchdowns by a tight end in a single season.[3]

In only three seasons, Graham set the Seahawks franchise record for the most receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns at the tight end position.[4]

Early life

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Graham was born in Goldsboro, North Carolina to a black father and a white mother.[5] Graham had a difficult upbringing. At age 11, his mother placed him in a group home where he was physically beaten by older children. In high school, with help from a church youth counselor who took him in and eventually adopted him, Graham improved his grades and became a basketball star. Graham first attended Eastern Wayne High School in Goldsboro, North Carolina.[6] He transferred his sophomore year and attended Community Christian in Wilson, North Carolina.[7] He then played at Charis Prep in Wilson, North Carolina, his junior and senior years, and would earn a basketball scholarship to the University of Miami.[8][9][10]

College career

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Graham played basketball for the Miami Hurricanes men's basketball team under head coach Frank Haith from 2005 to 2009.[11][12] Graham graduated from Miami in May 2009 with a double major in marketing and management, then stayed at Miami to take graduate classes while playing a season of football. In 2009, he played tight end and finished the season with 17 receptions for 213 yards and five touchdowns in appearances in 13 games.[8][13]

College basketball statistics

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Season School Conf G GS MP FG FGA FG% PTS RB AST STL BLK
2005–06 Miami (FL) ACC 34 10 10.6 0.7 1.6 .444 1.8 2.2 0.1 0.4 0.4
2006–07 Miami (FL) ACC 24 10 17.8 2.3 4.3 .538 5.6 4.0 0.5 0.5 0.7
2007–08 Miami (FL) ACC 32 11 18.2 2.2 4.2 .526 6.0 4.9 0.4 0.6 1.2
2008–09 Miami (FL) ACC 30 9 18.7 1.7 3.5 .486 4.0 5.9 0.6 0.6 1.2
Career Miami (FL) 120 40 16.1 1.7 3.3 .508 4.2 4.2 0.4 0.5 0.9

College football statistics

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Season Team GP Receiving
Rec Yds Avg Lng TD
2009 Miami 13 17 213 12.5 22 5
Total 13 17 213 12.5 22 5
Source: FoxSports.com

Professional career

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Pre-draft

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External videos
video icon Graham's NFL Combine workout
Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 6+1⁄4 in
(1.99 m) 		260 lb
(118 kg) 		35 in
(0.89 m) 		10+5⁄8 in
(0.27 m)		 4.56 s 1.58 s 2.66 s 4.39 s 6.90 s 38.5 in
(0.98 m)		 10 ft 0 in
(3.05 m)		 15 reps
All values are from NFL Combine/Pro Day[14][15]

According to scouts, Graham was "extremely athletic, with an outstanding combination of size and speed for the tight end position," yet he was considered very raw since he only had one year of college football experience.[16]

New Orleans Saints (first stint)

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2010 season

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Graham was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the third round of the 2010 NFL draft, with the 95th overall selection.[17] He signed a four-year, $2.445 million rookie contract on July 28, 2010.[18]

In his rookie season in 2010, Graham started in only five games, playing behind veteran tight end Jeremy Shockey.[19] In a Week 9 game at the Carolina Panthers, his first NFL game in his home state, Graham caught a 19-yard pass from quarterback Drew Brees to score his first career NFL touchdown, contributing to a 34–3 victory.[20] On December 19, against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 15, Graham recorded two receiving touchdowns for his first multi-touchdown game in the 30–24 loss.[21] In Week 16, against the Atlanta Falcons, he scored the go-ahead touchdown late in the 17–14 victory.[22] Graham finished the 2010 season with 31 catches for 356 receiving yards and five receiving touchdowns.[23] Graham led all National Football Conference (NFC) rookie tight ends in major receiving categories.[24]

2011 season

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Graham started the season with four receptions for 56 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown in a 42–34 loss to the Green Bay Packers on NBC Thursday Night Football.[25] In Week 3, a 40–33 victory over the Houston Texans, he had four receptions for 100 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown for his first game reaching the century mark.[26] The next week, he recorded 10 receptions for 132 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown in the 23–10 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars.[27] In the following game, a 30–27 victory over the Panthers, he recorded eight receptions for 129 yards.[28] He recorded his fourth straight game with at least 100 receiving yards in the next game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with seven receptions for 124 receiving yards in the 26–20 loss.[29] He recorded six receptions for 54 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the next game against the Indianapolis Colts, a 62–7 victory.[30] Overall, in the 2011 season, his first full year as a starter, Graham had 99 receptions for 1,310 receiving yards and 11 receiving touchdowns and made his first Pro Bowl.[31] He became the first tight end in Saints history to have more than 1,000 receiving yards in a season.[32] He set the franchise record for receptions in a season while tying Marques Colston in 2007 and Joe Horn in 2004 for the Saints franchise record for touchdowns in a season.[33] During the Saints' Week 17 win over the Carolina Panthers, Graham broke Kellen Winslow's NFL record of 1,290 receiving yards in a season by a tight end. However, the record was broken later that day by New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski, who finished the season with 1,327 yards.[34] He was named to the Pro Bowl for the 2011 season.[35] In addition, he was named a second-team All-Pro by the Associated Press and Pro Football Focus.[36]

The Saints finished with a 13–3 record and won the NFC South.[37] In the Wild Card Round against the Detroit Lions, Graham finished with seven receptions for 55 yards and a touchdown in the 45–28 victory.[38] In the Divisional Round against the San Francisco 49ers, Graham had a fourth-quarter 66-yard touchdown to give the Saints the lead, but the Saints ultimately lost 36–32 on a last-second 49ers touchdown pass. Graham finished with five receptions for 103 yards and two touchdowns in the loss.[39] After the season, Graham was ranked 14th overall by his peers in the 2012 NFL Top 100 annual player poll, which ranks the 100 best players in the NFL based on votes from NFL players and coaches.[40]

2012 season

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Jimmy Graham 2012 Pro Bowl

Graham started the 2012 season with three consecutive games with a touchdown, all losses for the Saints.[41] With the touchdown in Week 3, Graham tied a franchise record with Dalton Hilliard and Pierre Thomas for most consecutive regular games with a touchdown with six, dating back to the prior season.[42] In Week 10, against the Falcons, he had seven receptions for a career-high 146 yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 31–27 victory.[43] For his efforts against the Falcons, he earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week.[44] In the regular season finale against the Panthers, he had nine receptions for 115 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown in the 44–38 loss.[45] Overall, Graham' finished the season with 85 receptions for 982 receiving yards and nine receiving touchdowns.[46]

2013 season

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In Week 2, a 16–14 victory over the Buccaneers, Graham had ten receptions for a career-high 179 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown.[47] In the following game, a 31–7 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, he had nine receptions for 134 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns.[48] He earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors for his performance against the Cardinals.[49] His hot streak continued in the next game against the Miami Dolphins when he had four receptions for 100 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 38–17 victory.[50] For his great performances in the month of September, he earned NFC Offensive Player of the Month honors.[51] He became the Saints first tight end to earn a Player of the Month nomination in franchise history.[42] He recorded his fourth consecutive game with over 100 receiving yards in the 26–18 victory over the Chicago Bears with ten receptions for 135 receiving yards.[52] His four consecutive games with at least 100 receiving yards tied an NFL record for tight ends.[42] However, in the next game against the Patriots, he was targeted six times but did not record a reception in the loss.[53] He was able to rebound in the next game against the Buffalo Bills with three receptions for 37 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 35–17 victory.[54] In the following game, a 26–20 loss to the New York Jets, he had nine receptions for 116 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns.[55] During the second divisional matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, Graham became known for his trademark touchdown celebration where he would slam dunk the football over the goalpost, a reference to his basketball background. He infamously bent the goalpost celebrating his touchdown against the Falcons.[56] Prior to the 2014 season, the NFL banned goalpost dunks and made it punishable as "unsportsmanlike conduct," which results in a penalty and a fine.[57] Graham became the first player penalized under the new rule and was fined $30,000 for dunking during the preseason game against the Tennessee Titans in August 2014.[58][59] On December 8, against the Carolina Panthers, Graham recorded his fifth game with two receiving touchdowns on the season in the 31–13 victory.[60] In the 2013 season, Graham recorded 1,215 receiving yards and led the NFL in receiving touchdowns with 16.[61] He received numerous accolades for his successful 2013 season. He was named to the Pro Bowl, earned First Team All-Pro Honors, and was ranked tenth by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2014.[62][63][64]

The Saints recorded an 11–5 record and made the playoffs.[65] In the Wild Card Round, a 26–24 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, Graham had three receptions for 44 receiving yards.[66] In the Divisional Round against the Seattle Seahawks, he had a single reception for eight yards in the 23–15 loss.[67]

2014 season

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Graham catches a pass over Miami Dolphins cornerback Brent Grimes in the 2014 Pro Bowl

Under the terms of the NFL's collective bargaining agreement, Graham became a free agent after the 2013 season. On February 28, 2014, it was reported that the Saints had placed a non-exclusive franchise tag on him, meaning that he would be allowed to negotiate and sign an offer sheet with another team; the Saints would then have the right to match that offer sheet and retain Graham, and if they did not, the other team would owe the Saints two first round draft picks. No such competing offer sheet was signed, but negotiations between Graham and the Saints were complicated by disagreement as to whether Graham should be treated for bargaining purposes as a tight end (his official position) or as a wide receiver (where he often lines up during games), since the difference in applicable compensation under the franchise tag is more than $5 million for the year. On July 2, 2014, an arbitrator ruled that Graham was indeed a tight end for franchise tag purposes.[68][69]

Graham appealed the arbitrator's ruling to preserve his position while negotiations continued. On July 15, the last day for a new multiyear contract to be negotiated under league rules, the Saints and Graham agreed on a new four-year deal with $21 million guaranteed and a total value of $40 million over four years, making Graham the highest-paid tight end in the league at the time.[70]

In Week 2, a 26–24 loss to the Cleveland Browns, he had 10 receptions for 118 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns.[71] On November 9, in Week 10 against the 49ers, he had 10 receptions for 76 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 27–24 loss. With the Saints in a 21–10 hole late in the third quarter, Graham scored the first touchdown to pull within four. He scored the second late in the fourth to give the Saints a three-point lead, but the team eventually fell in overtime.[72] Two weeks later, against the Ravens, he had six receptions for 47 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 34–27 loss.[73] In the 2014 season, Graham recorded 85 receptions for 889 receiving yards and ten receiving touchdowns.[74] He was named to the Pro Bowl for the 2014 season and was ranked 31st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2015.[75][76][77]

Seattle Seahawks

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2015 season

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Graham with the Seattle Seahawks in 2015

On March 10, 2015, Graham was traded to the Seahawks for center Max Unger and the Seahawks' first-round selection in the 2015 NFL draft.[78][79] Graham wore number #88 in Seattle as number 80 was retired in honor of Steve Largent.[80] In his Seahawks debut, he had six receptions for 51 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown in the overtime loss to the St. Louis Rams.[81] Two weeks later, in the 26–0 victory over the Chicago Bears, he had seven receptions for 83 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown.[82] On October 18, against the Panthers, he had eight receptions for a season-high 140 receiving yards in the 27–23 loss.[83] On November 29, Graham suffered a torn right patellar tendon against the Pittsburgh Steelers.[84] The next day on November 30, Graham was placed on injured reserve.[85] Overall, he finished his first season with the Seahawks with 48 receptions for 605 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns.[86]

2016 season

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In Week 3, Graham had six receptions for 100 receiving yards in the 37–18 victory over the 49ers.[87] He followed that up with six receptions for 113 yards in the 27–17 victory over the Jets.[88] On November 7, against the Bills, he had eight receptions for 103 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 31–25 victory.[89] In the 2016 season, Graham finished the season with 923 receiving yards, 65 receptions, and six receiving touchdowns. He was selected to his first Pro Bowl as a member of the Seahawks.[90]

The Seahawks finished 10–5–1 and won the NFC West.[91] In the Wild Card Round 26–6 victory over the Lions, he had three receptions for 37 receiving yards.[92] In the Divisional Round against the Falcons, he had three receptions for 22 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown in the 36–20 loss.[93]

2017 season

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Graham started the 2017 season off with only nine receiving yards on four receptions combined in the first two games against the Green Bay Packers and 49ers, but he recorded 11 receptions for 133 receiving yards in the two games after against the Titans and Colts.[94][95] In the next game against the Los Angeles Rams, he scored his first touchdown of the season in the 16–10 victory.[96] In the next game against the New York Giants, he found the endzone again as part of a 51-yard performance in the 24–7 victory.[97] In the following game, a 41–38 victory over the Texans, he recorded two receiving touchdowns in the 41–38 victory. The second touchdown was a go-ahead touchdown with 21 seconds remaining to put the Seahawks on top.[98] On November 9, against the Cardinals, he recorded two receiving touchdowns in the 22–16 victory.[99] On December 19, 2017, Graham was named to his fifth Pro Bowl.[100] Overall, he finished the 2017 season with 57 receptions for 520 receiving yards and ten receiving touchdowns.[101] Graham's ten receiving touchdowns set a Seahawks franchise record for a tight end in a single season. He broke the mark formerly held by Jerramy Stevens.[4] He was ranked 89th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2018.[102]

Green Bay Packers

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2018 season

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Graham with the Green Bay Packers in 2018

On March 16, 2018, Graham signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Packers.[103][104]

In the 2018 season, Graham was in a position group with fellow tight ends Lance Kendricks, Marcedes Lewis, and Robert Tonyan.[105] On September 30, 2018, in a game against the Bills, Graham caught his first touchdown as a member of the Packers, a one-yard pass from quarterback Aaron Rodgers, which was also his 70th career touchdown reception.[106] On October 15, 2018, against the 49ers, Graham had five receptions for 104 yards, which was his first 100 receiving yard game since Week 8 of the 2016 NFL season.[107] Graham caught his second touchdown of the season on November 4, 2018, against the Patriots.[108] Overall, he finished the 2018 season with 55 receptions for 636 receiving yards and two touchdowns with 12 starts.[109]

2019 season

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In Week 1 against the Bears, Graham caught three passes for 30 yards and the game's only touchdown in the 10–3 win.[110] In Week 4, against the Eagles, he had six receptions for 61 receiving yards and a touchdown in the 34–27 loss.[111] In Week 7, against the Oakland Raiders, he had four receptions for 65 yards and a touchdown in the 42–24 victory.[112] Overall, Graham finished the 2019 season with 38 receptions for 447 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns.[113]

In the Divisional Round of the playoffs against his former team, the Seahawks, Graham caught three passes for 49 yards, including a nine-yard reception for a first down which sealed a 28–23 Packers win.[114] In the NFC Championship against the 49ers, he had four receptions for 59 yards in the 37–20 loss.[115]

On March 12, 2020, Graham was released by the Packers.[116]

Chicago Bears

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2020 season

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Graham signed a two-year, $16 million contract with the Bears on March 26, 2020.[117] In the 2020 season, Graham was the primary tight end and shared targets with rookie Cole Kmet.[118] Graham made his debut with the Bears in Week 1 against the Lions and caught three passes for 25 yards and a touchdown during the 27–23 win.[119] In Week 3 against the Falcons, he had six receptions for 60 receiving yards and two touchdowns in the 30–26 victory.[120] In Week 16, against the Jaguars, he had four receptions for 69 receiving yards and two touchdowns in the 41–17 victory.[121] Overall, Graham finished the 2020 regular season with 50 receptions for 456 receiving yards and eight receiving touchdowns.[122]

In the Bears' only playoff game of the season, a 21–9 loss to the Saints, Graham hauled in a 19-yard one-handed touchdown against the team that drafted him as time expired. As it was the final play of the game, Graham immediately ran into the locker room after the catch.[123]

2021 season

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On November 25, 2021, Graham caught his first touchdown of the year on a 17-yard pass from Andy Dalton. The touchdown proved to be the only touchdown for the Bears in a 16–14 victory over the Lions.[124] In the 2021 season, Graham appeared in 15 games, of which he started six, and recorded 14 receptions for 167 yards and three touchdowns. Part of Graham's lessened usage was the emergence of Kmet as the primary tight end.[125][126]

New Orleans Saints (second stint)

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On July 25, 2023, Graham signed a one-year deal with the Saints after spending the 2022 season out of football.[127]

Prior to their second preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Graham was arrested on August 18, 2023, in Newport Beach, California, on suspicion of being under the influence of narcotics and obstructing a police officer. It was later revealed that Graham was disoriented and experiencing a medical episode, which team doctors suspect was caused by a seizure. As a result, the charges against Graham were dropped and he was released from the hospital the following morning.[128]

On September 24, 2023, Graham caught his first reception in 21 months on an 8-yard touchdown pass from Derek Carr in an 18–17 loss to the Packers.[129] Graham celebrated this touchdown with a Lambeau Leap, and was welcomed by fans of his former team.[130] Graham appeared in 13 games and made two starts in the 2023 season. He had four receiving touchdowns.[131]

Retirement

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After not playing in 2024, Graham announced his retirement as a member of the Saints on July 22, 2025.[132]

NFL career statistics

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Legend
Led the league
Bold Career high

Regular season

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Year Team Games Receiving Fumbles
GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD Fum Lost
2010 NO 15 5 31 356 11.5 52 5 1 0
2011 NO 16 11 99 1,310 13.2 59 11 1 1
2012 NO 15 9 85 982 11.6 46 9 1 0
2013 NO 16 12 86 1,215 14.1 56 16 0 0
2014 NO 16 13 85 889 10.5 29 10 2 2
2015 SEA 11 11 48 605 12.6 45 2 0 0
2016 SEA 16 15 65 923 14.2 42 6 2 2
2017 SEA 16 13 57 520 9.1 33 10 0 0
2018 GB 16 12 55 636 11.6 54 2 0 0
2019 GB 16 10 38 447 11.8 48 3 1 0
2020 CHI 16 15 50 456 9.1 30 8 1 0
2021 CHI 15 6 14 167 11.9 28 3 0 0
2023 NO 13 2 6 39 6.5 12 4 0 0
Total 197 134 719 8,545 11.9 59 89 9 5

Postseason

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Year Team Games Receiving Fumbles
GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD Fum Lost
2011 NO 2 2 12 158 13.2 66 3 0 0
2013 NO 2 1 4 52 13.0 21 0 0 0
2016 SEA 2 2 6 59 9.8 14 1 0 0
2019 GB 2 1 7 108 15.4 42 0 0 0
2020 CHI 1 0 2 25 12.5 19 1 0 0
Total 9 6 31 402 13.0 66 5 0 0

Personal life

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Graham began working with at-risk youth and military veterans through the Jimmy Graham Foundation.[133] In 2020 and 2021, his work with the foundation earned him a nomination from the Chicago Bears as their nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.[134]

Graham is a pilot and became co-chairman, along with aerobatic champion Sean D. Tucker, of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Young Eagles program in July 2018, which introduces children between the ages of 8 and 17 to general aviation.[135]

In May 2023, Graham was hit by a car while bicycling in Miami, suffering a laceration on his calf that required stitches. According to friend A. J. Hawk, Graham stated that he did "more damage to the car than the car did to him."[136][137]

On August 19, 2023, Graham was taken into custody in Newport Beach, California reportedly due to a medical condition related to seizures.[138]

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Jimmy Graham (born November 24, 1986) is an American former professional football who played 13 seasons in the (), amassing 719 receptions for 8,545 yards and 89 touchdowns, ranking him among the all-time leaders at his position. Drafted by the in the third round (95th overall) of the after transitioning from to football at the , Graham became one of the league's premier receiving s, earning five selections (2011, 2013–2014, 2017, 2020) and two honors (first-team in 2013, second-team in 2011). His career spanned five teams—the Saints (2010–2014, 2023), (2015–2017), (2018–2019), and (2020–2021)—highlighted by leading the in receiving touchdowns with 16 in 2013 and setting Saints franchise records for single-season receptions (99) and touchdowns (16) by a tight end. Graham announced his retirement on July 22, 2025, as a member of the Saints, concluding a career marked by resilience from a challenging upbringing in and group homes in . Born in , Graham endured a turbulent childhood, including , abandonment by his mother at age 11, and in a , before finding stability through in high school and a supportive mentor. At Charis Preparatory School, he averaged 18 points and 10 rebounds per game, earning a to the , where he played four seasons for the , averaging 3.9 rebounds per game in his . In his senior year, Graham switched to football, playing 13 games as a and posting 17 receptions for 213 yards and five touchdowns, which propelled him into the . Graham's NFL tenure began explosively with the Saints under quarterback Drew Brees, where he exploded for 31 receptions, 356 yards, and five touchdowns as a rookie in 2010, followed by two 1,000-yard seasons in 2011 (99 receptions, 1,310 yards, 11 TDs) and 2013 (86 receptions, 1,215 yards, 16 TDs). Traded to the Seahawks in 2015 amid a contract dispute, he continued his productivity with 48 receptions for 605 yards and two touchdowns in his debut season, earning another Pro Bowl nod, though injuries hampered later years. Stints with the Packers and Bears yielded consistent contributions, including a Pro Bowl selection in 2020 with 50 receptions for 456 yards and a touchdown, before his return to New Orleans in 2023 for 13 games (two starts, six receptions for 39 yards and four TDs). Off the field, Graham has been involved in philanthropy, including aviation initiatives through the Experimental Aircraft Association's Young Eagles program and motivational speaking on overcoming adversity.

Early life and education

Early life

Jimmy Graham was born on November 24, 1986, in , to a young mother and an absent father whom he never knew. His childhood was marked by profound instability and neglect, as he grew up in an environment rife with and familial dysfunction, including living with his mother and an abusive boyfriend before being shuttled into care. At age 11, his mother relinquished custody, placing him in a in , where he endured physical beatings from older residents and begged unsuccessfully to return home, amid broader experiences in multiple foster placements that exposed him to further hardship and survival challenges. Graham's life began to stabilize after he formed a connection at age 14 with Becky , a 25-year-old single mother and church youth counselor, who took him into her home as a and later formally adopted him, offering the emotional and financial support absent in his earlier years. The family relocated to the Charlotte area, where Vinson attended school and they lived modestly in a trailer, providing Graham with a sense of belonging for the first time. Despite this positive turn, Graham faced ongoing difficulties adjusting socially and academically post-adoption, including repeating grades due to prior educational gaps and earning failing marks in several subjects during his early high school years. This period of resilience-building ultimately paved the way for his involvement in high school athletics.

High school career

Jimmy Graham had previously attended Eastern Wayne High School in , as a freshman, where he lettered in football. He attended Charis Preparatory Academy, a small in , for his junior and senior years after earlier hardships in a motivated him to channel his energy into athletics. There, under head coach Carlos Peralta, he focused primarily on , emerging as a standout player on a team that emphasized personal development alongside sports. In basketball, Graham excelled as a forward, leveraging his 6-foot-8 frame for dominance in the paint. As a senior, he averaged 20.7 points, 13.8 rebounds, and 4.6 blocks per game, earning Street & Smith Honorable-Mention All-American honors, All-State recognition, Conference MVP, and team MVP awards. His junior year stats were similarly impressive at 18.2 points, 15.1 rebounds, and 8 blocks per game, helping him rank as the No. 60 overall prospect and No. 16 power forward nationally by Rivals.com. These performances secured him a basketball scholarship to the University of Miami. Graham's organized football experience during high school was limited, as Charis Prep lacked a formal team, leading him to play only informally while prioritizing . Despite this, he demonstrated significant physical potential through his height, athleticism, and strength, traits that later drew attention from scouts. Academically, Graham faced significant challenges early in high school, struggling with grades as a freshman that initially jeopardized his eligibility. With support from mentors at Charis Prep, he improved his academic performance sufficiently to qualify for a Division I , though he had to work diligently to meet NCAA standards.

College career

Basketball career

Jimmy Graham earned a basketball scholarship to the based on his standout performance at Charis Preparatory School in , where he averaged 20.7 points, 13.8 rebounds, and 4.6 blocks per game as a senior. He played for the team from 2005 to 2009 under head coach , serving primarily as a reserve forward and center. Over four seasons, Graham appeared in 120 games, starting 40, while averaging 4.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 0.8 blocks per game, with his minutes limited to 15.7 per contest due to the team's depth at the frontcourt positions. His role emphasized rebounding and shot-blocking, as evidenced by his career total of 104 blocks, ranking eighth in program history at the time of his . Graham's playing time increased in his later years, peaking at 18.7 minutes per game during the 2008–09 season, but he remained a rotational player behind established starters. After exhausting his basketball eligibility in 2009, Graham decided to try football, leveraging his athleticism from four years on the court.

Career Statistics

The following table summarizes Graham's statistics at the , compiled from official records.
SeasonGames PlayedGames StartedMinutes Per GameRebounds Per GameAssists Per Game % %Blocks Per Game
2005–06341010.61.82.20.144.4%45.2%0.4
2006–07241017.85.64.00.553.8%50.0%0.7
2007–08321118.26.04.90.452.6%58.1%1.2
2008–0930918.74.05.90.648.6%40.0%1.2
Career1204015.74.24.20.449.8%50.2%0.8
Totals: 509 points, 502 rebounds, 47 assists, 104 blocks.

Football career

In 2009, during his senior year at the , Jimmy Graham transitioned from basketball to football, joining the Hurricanes as a after exhausting his basketball eligibility. His basketball background endowed him with exceptional height at 6 feet 7 inches and remarkable leaping ability, which facilitated his adaptation to the demands of the position. Under the tutelage of tight ends coach Joe Pannunzio, who played a key role in developing Graham's skills, he quickly adapted despite having no prior organized football experience beyond high school. Graham appeared in all 13 games for the 9-4 Hurricanes that season but did not start any, focusing primarily on contributing as a receiving threat. His performance was impressive for a newcomer, showcasing his raw athleticism in route-running and contested catches. He finished the year with 17 receptions for 213 yards and 5 touchdowns, averaging 12.5 yards per catch, with his longest reception measuring 42 yards.
YearGames PlayedStartsReceptionsYardsAverageLongest ReceptionTouchdowns
20091301721312.5425
Graham's standout senior season earned him an invitation to the 2010 , where his physical dominance and athletic prowess in practices drew significant attention from scouts. Previously an unknown prospect due to his limited football tape, Graham's performances at the and subsequent NFL Combine propelled his draft stock, elevating him from obscurity to a projected mid-round selection based on his size, speed, and upside as a developmental .

Professional career

2010 NFL Draft

Jimmy Graham entered the as a raw prospect with limited experience, having transitioned from at the . His breakout senior season, where he recorded 17 receptions for 213 yards and five touchdowns, boosted his draft stock despite only one year of organized football. At the , Graham measured 6 feet 6 inches tall and weighed 260 pounds, while posting a 4.53-second and a 38.5-inch vertical leap, showcasing his exceptional athleticism for a . The selected Graham in the third round, 95th overall, in the held in . As a former basketball standout with raw skills but impressive physical traits, he was viewed as a high-upside project for the defending champions. Following the draft, Graham signed a four-year contract with the Saints worth $2,455,140, including a $665,140 . The deal provided a solid foundation for his development in a room led by veteran , another Miami alumnus. During initial sessions in 2010, coaches and observers noted Graham's athletic potential but emphasized his need for refinement in route-running and blocking due to his background. Shockey served as a key mentor, offering guidance on professional adjustments and drawing parallels to his own career transition, which helped Graham integrate into the Saints' offense.

New Orleans Saints (first stint)

Jimmy Graham joined the New Orleans Saints as a third-round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft and quickly adapted to the professional level despite his unconventional path from basketball. In his rookie season of 2010, he appeared in 15 games with five starts, recording 31 receptions for 356 yards and five touchdowns, showcasing his athletic potential in a supporting role within the team's offense led by quarterback Drew Brees. His transition from college basketball to tight end was evident in his raw speed and leaping ability, which began to draw defensive attention by season's end. Graham's breakout came in 2011, when he emerged as one of the league's premier tight ends, hauling in 99 receptions for 1,310 yards and 11 touchdowns over 16 games with 11 starts. This performance earned him his first selection and a second-team honor, as he led all tight ends in touchdown receptions and became a focal point of the Saints' high-powered passing attack. The following year, in 2012, he maintained his elite production with 85 receptions for 982 yards and nine touchdowns in 15 games (nine starts), securing his second consecutive nod and solidifying his role as a red-zone threat. Graham reached his peak in 2013, setting an single-season record for touchdowns by a with 16, alongside 86 receptions for 1,215 yards in 16 games (12 starts). This dominant campaign garnered him his third appearance and a first-team selection, highlighting his matchup nightmare status against linebackers and safeties in Sean Payton's offensive scheme. In 2014, amid a high-profile contract dispute involving a arbitration where he unsuccessfully argued for status, Graham still posted 85 receptions for 889 yards and 10 touchdowns in 16 games (13 starts), earning his fourth honor before tensions escalated into trade demands. Over his first stint with the Saints from 2010 to 2014, Graham amassed 386 receptions for 4,752 yards and 51 touchdowns in 78 games (50 starts), establishing himself as a cornerstone of the franchise's offense and one of the most productive tight ends in history during that span. His chemistry with Brees and physical prowess transformed the position, contributing to the team's consistent playoff contention.

Seattle Seahawks

On March 10, 2015, the traded Jimmy Graham and a fourth-round draft pick to the in exchange for center and the Seahawks' first-round pick (31st overall). The move followed a contract dispute between Graham and the Saints that had escalated during the 2014 season, prompting the and eventual over his role as a . Graham entered under the second year of his four-year, $40 million contract with $21 million guaranteed, signed with New Orleans in 2014. Graham faced significant adaptation challenges in Seattle's run-heavy offense under head coach , which emphasized blocking and physical play over the pass-oriented scheme he thrived in with the Saints. In the 2015 season, he appeared in 11 games, recording 48 receptions for 605 yards and 2 touchdowns, but a ruptured suffered in Week 12 against the sidelined him for four games and limited his explosiveness. By 2016, Graham had adjusted better to the Seahawks' system, posting 65 receptions for 923 yards and 6 touchdowns in 16 games, earning his fourth Pro Bowl selection. He added 3 catches for 37 yards in the wild-card win over the but was held without a reception in the divisional-round loss to the . In 2017, his production dipped amid offensive line struggles and quarterback inconsistencies, finishing with 57 receptions for 520 yards and no touchdowns in 15 games. Over three seasons with , Graham amassed 170 receptions for 2,048 yards and 8 touchdowns in 42 regular-season games, setting franchise records for tight ends in those categories. The Seahawks released him on March 9, 2018, to gain $9.4 million in relief as they rebuilt the roster.

Following his departure from the via free agency, Jimmy Graham signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the on March 16, 2018, including $11 million guaranteed, positioning him as a in ' pass-oriented offense. The deal aimed to bolster the Packers' receiving corps with Graham's red-zone prowess and mismatch potential, serving as an "X-factor" in Joe Philbin's scheme that emphasized balanced attacks with multiple roles. In his first season with Green Bay, Graham appeared in all 16 games, starting 12, and recorded 55 receptions for 636 yards and 2 touchdowns, often drawing defensive attention to aid Rodgers' connections with primary targets like . Though his production marked a decline from earlier career highs, Graham provided reliable intermediate routes and blocking support in a transitional year for the Packers' offense, which finished 6-9-1 and missed the . Graham's role expanded in under new coordinator , where he played all 16 games with 10 starts, hauling in 38 receptions for 447 yards and 3 touchdowns while effectively supporting Rodgers in a high-powered attack that ranked among the NFL's best. His contributions included key red-zone targets and seam stretches that opened underneath routes, helping the Packers achieve a 13-3 record and advance to the , though they lost to the . Across his two seasons in Green Bay, Graham amassed 93 receptions for 1,083 yards and 5 touchdowns in 32 games, embodying a presence that stabilized the position amid the team's evolving offensive identity, despite not reaching a .

Chicago Bears

On March 18, 2020, Graham signed a two-year, $16 million contract with the , including $9 million guaranteed, following his release from the . In the 2020 season, Graham established himself as the Bears' primary alongside rookie , appearing in all 16 games with 15 starts and recording 50 receptions for 456 yards and a team-leading 8 touchdowns among tight ends. His production marked a rebound from his time in Green Bay, leveraging his veteran experience to provide a reliable red-zone threat in Chicago's offense. Graham returned for the 2021 season but saw his role significantly reduced as a backup to the developing Kmet, struggling to integrate effectively into the Bears' evolving offensive scheme under multiple quarterback changes. He appeared in all 17 games with only 6 starts, managing just 17 receptions for 182 yards and 2 touchdowns, a career low in production. Graham was briefly sidelined in October when placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, though he returned without missing additional contests; minor ailments, including a finger issue during training camp, further hampered his consistency. Following the 2021 season, Graham's contract expired, and the Bears did not re-sign him, allowing him to enter free agency in March 2022. Over his two years in Chicago, Graham totaled 67 receptions for 638 yards and 10 touchdowns in 33 games, a marked decline from his peak performances with previous teams like the Saints and Seahawks.

New Orleans Saints (second stint)

Following his two seasons with the , which concluded after the 2021 campaign, Jimmy Graham became a and opted to sit out the entire 2022 season amid a lack of suitable opportunities. On July 25, 2023, the 36-year-old signed a one-year contract worth $1.3 million with the , returning to the franchise that drafted him in 2010 and where he established himself as a talent during his initial five-year tenure. The move was framed as a heartfelt reunion, with Graham stating his eagerness to contribute in the and support the team in any capacity. During the 2023 regular season, Graham served in a diminished backup role behind primary tight ends and , appearing in 13 games with just two starts. He totaled 6 receptions for 39 yards and a team-high 4 touchdowns among tight ends, leveraging his size and experience effectively in red-zone situations despite averaging only 6.5 yards per catch. His limited offensive involvement reflected the physical toll of a 14-year career, but Graham provided veteran leadership in the locker room and participated in special teams, helping bolster the Saints' tight end group amid injuries. Graham's second stint with the Saints encapsulated an emotional homecoming with reduced on-field production, accumulating 6 receptions, 39 receiving yards, and 4 touchdowns across 13 appearances—far from his peak output but a fitting capstone to his professional journey in New Orleans.

Retirement

Following the 2023 NFL season, in which Graham made limited appearances for the before not playing in 2024, he began considering retirement but formalized the decision in 2025. In July 2025, Graham undertook a significant post-football challenge known as the Arctic Challenge, rowing 584 nautical miles unassisted from , , to , , over just more than 10 days (July 4 to July 14). He completed the journey with a team consisting of Andrew Tropp, Hannah Huppi, and John Huppi, setting a for the fastest four-person unassisted crossing, surpassing the previous mark of 15 days, 5 hours, and 32 minutes. The expedition aimed to inspire youth through personal perseverance while raising funds for and Laureus Sport for Good in New Orleans. On July 22, 2025, Graham announced his retirement from the NFL as a member of the New Orleans Saints, concluding a 13-year career that spanned 197 games. He expressed intentions to hold a formal retirement ceremony in New Orleans, stating it would be "in front of the people I love." The Saints organization honored him with a tribute video released on August 17, 2025, celebrating his contributions to the team and the league. At age 38, Graham reflected on the physical toll of his career and the relief of transitioning to life beyond football, emphasizing a sense of completion after years of intense competition.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

Jimmy Graham's career spanned 13 seasons from 2010 to 2023, during which he established himself as one of the league's premier tight ends, particularly known for his red-zone dominance and aerial acrobatics. Across 197 games played with the (2010–2014, 2023), (2015–2017), (2018–2019), and (2020–2021), Graham recorded 719 receptions for 8,545 yards and 89 touchdowns, averaging 11.9 yards per catch with a career-long reception of 59 yards. His efficiency as a target is reflected in a career of 103.2 when thrown to, underscoring his reliability in high-stakes passing situations. Graham's production peaked during his first stint with the Saints, where he led the NFL with 16 receiving touchdowns in 2013, a single-season record for tight ends at the time, while amassing 1,215 yards on 86 catches. He followed with strong seasons in 2011 (99 receptions, 1,310 yards, 11 TDs) and 2012 (85 receptions, 982 yards, 9 TDs), earning Pro Bowl selections in 2011, 2013, and 2014. Later years saw fluctuations due to injuries and team changes, including 13 starts in 2017 with (57 receptions, 520 yards, 10 TDs) and a resurgent 2020 with (50 receptions, 456 yards, 8 TDs), but his role diminished toward the end, culminating in just 6 catches for 39 yards and 4 touchdowns in 13 games during his 2023 return to New Orleans. The following table summarizes Graham's regular season receiving statistics year by year:
YearTeamGGSTgtRecYdsY/RLngTD1D
2010NOR155443135611.552521
2011NOR1611149991,31013.2591174
2012NOR1591358598211.646959
2013NOR1612142861,21514.1561661
2014NOR16131258588910.5291054
2015SEA1111744860512.645229
2016SEA1615956592314.242645
2017SEA161396575209.1331034
2018GNB1612895563611.654232
2019GNB1610603844711.848323
2020CHI161576504569.130832
2021CHI156231416711.928310
2023NOR13276396.51246
Career-1971341,1157198,54511.95989480
G: Games played; GS: Games started; Tgt: Targets; Rec: Receptions; Yds: Receiving yards; Y/R: Yards per reception; Lng: Longest reception; TD: Touchdowns; 1D: First downs. In career totals, Graham's 8,545 receiving yards rank eighth all-time among tight ends, behind only legends like and , while his 89 touchdown receptions place him fourth historically at the position. These figures highlight his impact as a vertical threat and scoring option, though his yards per reception dipped below 10.0 in three seasons amid shifting offensive schemes.

Postseason

Jimmy Graham appeared in nine NFL postseason games across his career, spanning stints with four teams: the (2011 and 2013 seasons), (2016 season), (2019 season), and (2020 season). In these contests, he recorded 31 receptions for 402 yards and five touchdowns, averaging 13.0 yards per catch. His playoff production, while solid, reflected a role as a complementary red-zone threat and possession receiver in high-stakes matchups.
YearTeamGamesReceptionsYardsTouchdownsYards per Reception
2011NOR212158313.2
2013NOR2452013.0
2016265919.8
2019GNB27108015.4
2020CHI1225112.5
Career-931402513.0
Graham's most notable playoff performance came in the 2011 Divisional Round against the , where he hauled in five catches for 103 yards and two s, including a 66-yard reception, followed by a successful (to ) that briefly gave the Saints the lead late in the game. Earlier that postseason, in the Wild Card Round victory over the , he contributed seven receptions for 55 yards and a , helping New Orleans advance. In the 2019 with the Packers against the 49ers, Graham recorded four receptions for 59 yards, providing key targets in a losing effort that ended Green Bay's aspirations. Despite his contributions, Graham's teams reached the five times but advanced no further than the NFC Championship, falling short of a appearance. His postseason efforts often highlighted his athleticism in contested catches and red-zone efficiency, though injuries and team dynamics limited deeper impact in later years.

Personal life

Family and relationships

Graham was adopted at age 14 by Becky Vinson, a college student and volunteer at a where he resided after a turbulent childhood marked by and . Vinson, whom Graham met through a house church program offering free food, provided him with stability, encouragement, and a nurturing environment that transformed his outlook on life. Their close bond profoundly shaped Graham's resilience, as Vinson supported his athletic pursuits and instilled values of perseverance during his high school years in . Graham maintains a private , with no publicly confirmed long-term romantic relationships or children. His Christian remains a cornerstone of his identity, influenced heavily by Vinson's guidance and his early involvement in church activities. He attended Community Christian School and has openly shared how his faith helped him overcome adversity, including public expressions during speeches to foster youth and team interactions where he bonded with teammates like over shared church attendance. Beyond football, Graham pursues adventure sports as a means of personal challenge and inspiration, notably completing the 2025 Arctic Challenge, an approximately 1,000-kilometer (584-nautical-mile) unassisted rowing expedition from Tromsø, Norway, to Longyearbyen, Svalbard, alongside Navy SEAL Andrew Tropp, Tulane rowing coach John Huppi, and elite rower Hannah Huppi; the team set multiple records, including the fastest time for a four-person crew (10 days), the first mixed-gender team of four, the first all-American crew, and Graham as the first Black person to row across a polar ocean. This endeavor underscores his commitment to mentoring youth informally, drawing from his own experiences in foster care to encourage persistence and goal-setting among at-risk children through motivational talks and shared stories of triumph.

Philanthropy

Jimmy Graham founded The Jimmy Graham Foundation in 2019, a dedicated to providing life-changing flight experiences for veterans and underprivileged youth. The foundation's mission emphasizes recognizing the sacrifices of veterans through opportunities while introducing at-risk and underprivileged youth to flight as a means of inspiration and empowerment. As a licensed pilot, Graham personally facilitates helicopter and rides for these groups, aiming to broaden their horizons and foster resilience. Throughout his NFL career, Graham partnered with teams like the and on community outreach initiatives supporting youth development. In 2020, while with the , he made a six-figure to Ignite, a Chicago-based organization aiding at-risk youth through education and programs, earning him a for the NFL Man of the Year Award. He received another such in 2021 for his ongoing work with veterans and youth via the foundation. In 2025, shortly before his NFL retirement, Graham participated in the Arctic Challenge, a grueling trans-Arctic Ocean rowing expedition that raised $1 million for youth-focused charities in New Orleans. Proceeds supported New Orleans, which offers shelter, counseling, and resources for homeless and at-risk youth, including those transitioning from , and Laureus Sport for Good USA, which leverages sports for youth mentorship and social change. The event, promoted by the Saints, highlighted Graham's commitment to inspiring New Orleans youth through extreme challenges as platforms for giving back. Following his retirement in July 2025, Graham has intensified his involvement with the foundation to extend its programs in youth education and mentorship.

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