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Brandon Graham | Linebacker

Team: Philadelphia Eagles
Age / DOB:  (25) / 4/3/1988
Ht / Wt:  6'2' / 268
College: Michigan
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Eagles OLB Brandon Graham practiced as the second-team left outside linebacker behind Connor Barwin for most of the spring.
The LOLB in new coordinator Bill Davis' defense is a "Joker" type role with the player moving all around the formation pre-snap to disguise defensive intentions. It's a bit of an odd job for Graham, who is a ferocious pass rusher but does little else well. At this point, Graham isn't looking like a Week 1 starter. Jun 14 - 3:41 PM
Source: Philly Mag: Birds 24/7

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Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

The Philadelphia Inquirer believes it's "difficult to see" either Brandon Graham or Trent Cole as long-term solutions in the Eagles' new 3-4 defense.

Cole and Graham were both primarily ears-pinned-back rushers in Andy Reid's preferred 4-3 defense, but will now be tasked with dropping back into coverage as 3-4 outside linebackers. Both players are dropping weight in an effort to be more mobile. If Graham and/or Cole can show pass-rush ability, we don't see why they can't be short-or long-term solutions in Philadelphia. It's worth noting that aging Cole has no guaranteed money beyond this season.
Related: Trent Cole
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News
May 14 - 7:03 PM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles OLB Brandon Graham has gotten his weight down to 260 after playing in the 270s last season.

Graham is converting from defensive end to 3-4 outside linebacker. He weighed 285 as recently as the 2011 season. Graham exploded down the stretch of 2012, recording four sacks, 23 tackles, and a forced fumble over the final five games. He'll battle Trent Cole and Connor Barwin for a starting job in training camp.
Source: Jeff McLane on Twitter
Apr 2 - 1:44 PM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles DE Brandon Graham confirms he's anticipating a switch to outside linebacker next season.

"I think linebacker is where I’m going to be — outside linebacker," Graham said Friday. Graham is trying to get down to 260 pounds after playing between 270-275 last season. GM Howie Roseman said last month he's confident Graham can make the switch. "He can rush the passer. He can hold the edge. He can play in space. I think that's a transition Brandon can do."
Source: Philly Mag: Birds 24/7
Mar 1 - 1:30 PM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles GM Howie Roseman projects starting DEs Brandon Graham and Trent Cole as stand-up pass rushers in the 3-4 defense.

"I think he can do that," Roseman said of Graham. "He can play. He can rush the passer. He can hold the edge. He can play in space. I think that's a transition Brandon can do." Roseman said both Graham and Cole were viewed as linebackers coming out of college. Graham has some LaMarr Woodley to his game.
Related: Trent Cole
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News
Feb 21 - 6:37 PM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles DE Brandon Graham has four sacks in four games since replacing the now departed Jason Babin in the starting lineup.

Graham throttled the Bengals offensive line Thursday night, racking up 2.5 sacks, three hurries, six tackles, and a forced fumble while drawing three holding penalties. The Eagles defense, arguably the worst in the NFL for two months, has been downright feisty in two games since DL coach Jim Washburn and his Wide-9 scheme were jettisoned.
Source: CSN Philly
Fri, Dec 14, 2012 08:57:00 AM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles DE Brandon Graham played only four snaps in Sunday's win over the Browns.

Facing a make-or-break year by his own admission, the 2010 first-round pick's season couldn't have gotten off on a more pedestrian note. Buried on the Eagles' deep defensive line, Graham could be in his last season in Philadelphia.
Source: Jeff McLane on Twitter
Mon, Sep 10, 2012 11:57:00 AM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

The Philadelphia Inquirer's Jeff McLane observed that Eagles third-year DE Brandon Graham "appeared to run with slight hesitation" during spring practices, after returning last season from microfracture surgery.

McLane observed that Graham ran with a "slight hitch" in his gait during practices last year, and he still may not be fully recovered. While Graham has done well to shed offseason weight and get himself in prime condition, his off-the-ball explosion remains a concern. He's penciled in as a reserve this season.
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer
Fri, Jul 20, 2012 03:11:00 PM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

According to the Philly Inquirer, "word around" Eagles headquarters is that DE Brandon Graham has gotten himself into top physical condition entering a make-or-break third year.

Graham has been an injury-prone bust through two seasons, but the 2010 first-round pick chopped his weight from 285 to 265 while adding muscle. "Publicly and privately," the Eagles still believe in Graham's potential. The second-round pick of Vinny Curry suggests Graham has a fight on his hands for snaps.
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer
Mon, May 21, 2012 02:01:00 PM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles DE Brandon Graham has spent the offseason dropping weight, and is down to 265 pounds after spending last season at 285.

The 2010 first-round pick is attempting to get into "the best shape possible" after appearing in just three games in 2011 as he worked his way back from microfracture surgery. Graham believes playing at 285 sapped his first-step explosion, and he hopes to shed five more before camp. "I just can't wait because everybody's opinion will change — even though they'll still say what they want to say," Graham said. "What I do on the field will speak for itself."
Source: Wilmington News Journal
Mon, May 7, 2012 10:44:00 AM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles GM Howie Roseman concedes there's a "huge sense of urgency" for DE Brandon Graham in 2012.

Roseman is taking heat in Philadelphia for selecting Graham two spots ahead of Giants pass-rushing phenom Jason Pierre-Paul. "You have these decisions," Roseman said of the draft. "Doubles vs. Dave Kingman, trying to go for the long ball." Graham flashed pass-rushing potential of his own as a rookie, but 2011 was a wash following microfracture and ACL surgeries.
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News
Wed, Jan 25, 2012 12:11:00 PM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles DE Brandon Graham (knee) indicated Wednesday that he is unlikely to play again this season.

Graham, the No. 13 overall pick in 2010, underwent microfracture surgery last December. Although he says he feels healthy, the Eagles are exercising caution. Graham has appeared in just two games all season. Meanwhile, the division rival Giants took potential All-Pro Jason Pierre-Paul with the No. 15 pick in 2010.
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News
Thu, Dec 15, 2011 10:09:00 AM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles DE Brandon Graham will make his 2011 debut on Monday Night Football against the Bears.

Graham, activated from the PUP list two days ago, will play in a rotation behind starters Jason Babin and Trent Cole. Graham was the 13th overall pick in the 2010 draft out of Michigan. He tallied three sacks and two forced fumbles in 13 appearances (six starts) as a rookie, before missing the final three games and first seven games of 2011 with a severe knee injury.
Source: Albert Breer on Twitter
Mon, Nov 7, 2011 07:03:00 PM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

Eagles activated DE Brandon Graham from the PUP list.

He'll take the roster spot of OG Kyle DeVan in a joint announcement. DeVan had extensive experience with line coach Howard Mudd's scheme but is one of the least effective guards in the NFL. With Juqua Parker ruled out, Graham has an outside chance to be on the 46-man roster for Monday Night Football.
Sat, Nov 5, 2011 03:44:00 PM
Brandon Graham - LB - Eagles

The Eagles have until Sunday to activate Brandon Graham (PUP, knee) for Monday Night Football.

Graham would be eased in initially before seeing any sort of significant playing time. A first-round pick last season, he projects as a situational pass rusher for an Eagles team that ranks sixth in the NFL in sacks.
Source: Jeff McLane on Twitter
Sat, Nov 5, 2011 12:13:00 PM

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