Brandon Graham Injury News & Updates

Graham (groin) holds no injury designation ahead of Friday's matchup with the Bears.

After failing to participate in Tuesday's walkthrough practice, Graham was able to fully participate Thursday and dodge injury designation for Sunday's contest. The linebacker's presence provides great depth to an already strong Eagles linebacker room heading into a primetime matchup.

Graham (groin) did not participate in Tuesday's walkthrough practice.

Graham may have tweaked his groin during the Eagles' overtime loss to the Cowboys on Sunday, when he played 11 snaps (eight on defense, three on special teams) but did not show up in the box score otherwisee. The veteran pass rusher came out of retirement in late October and has served in a rotational role over the Eagles' last three games, but his absence would open the door for Joshua Uche to see more snaps on defense. Graham will have two more opportunities to increase his practice participation and avoid an injury designation heading into Friday's game against the Bears.

Graham was removed from the exempt list Monday, making the 2010 first-rounder officially a member of the Eagles' 53-man roster, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Graham opted to come out of retirement to sign a one-year, $4.89 million contract with the Eagles on Oct. 23. With the Eagles coming out of the Week 9 bye, the veteran pass rusher is in line to make his 2025 regular-season debut Week 10 against the Packers on Monday, Nov. 10.

Graham (coach's decision) is officially listed as out for Sunday's game versus the Giants.

Graham just came out of retirement to sign a one-year contract with Philadelphia on Thursday, and it appears the team would like to give him more time to get reacclimated before throwing him straight back into game action. For Week 8 at least, 2024 third-rounder Jalyx Hunt and Joshua Uche figure as the Eagles' top two options on the edge.

Philadelphia signed Graham to a one-year, $4.89 million contract Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

The Eagles officially reinstated Graham from the reserve/retired list Tuesday, priming the 37-year-old pass rusher to return to the NFL and play out his 16th season with the team that selected him back in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He's now officially re-signed with Philadelphia on a deal that includes a $1.678 million signing bonus. The Eagles have been granted a two-game roster exemption for Graham, meaning the veteran will need to be officially activated in order to be eligible for Sunday's game against the Giants, and he could be kept on the exempt list until after the team's Week 9 bye.

The Eagles signed Graham on Tuesday.

Graham is officially set to come out of retirement and play his 16th season in Philadelphia. The 37-year-old will look to help bolster the team's pass rush that is currently shorthanded due to injuries to both Azeez Ojulari (hamstring) and Nolan Smith (triceps) in addition to Za'Darius Smith's surprise retirement. Graham is expected to see only limited action in Sunday's matchup versus the Giants but should be ready to handle a full workload following the team's Week 9 bye.

Graham will come out of retirement and sign with the Eagles, James Palmer of The Athletic reports.

It's unclear whether Graham will sign with the practice squad or directly to the Eagles' active roster, but the 37-year-old linebacker will rejoin the team that selected him in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft. It may take some time for Graham to get back into game shape, but he could see a prominent role in the defense once he's cleared to play with both Nolan Smith (triceps) and Ogbo Okoronkwo (triceps) on injured reserve and Azeez Ojulari dealing with a hamstring injury that he sustained in Philadelphia's 28-22 win over Minnesota on Sunday.

Graham retired from the NFL in March, but he is considering coming out of retirement to sign with the Eagles, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Graham was selected by the Eagles in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He spent his entire 15-year career in Philadelphia (becoming the longest-tenured player in franchise history in the process) and played a key role in the Eagles' two Super Bowl victories in 2017 and 2024. The Eagles could do with more depth at edge rusher, as Nolan Smith (triceps) and Ogbo Okoronkwo (triceps) are both on injured reserve, the latter of whom is expected to be sidelined for the entire 2025 campaign.

Graham announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Graham concludes his 15-year career with the Eagles on a high note, having started out hot in 2024 before going down to injury, then retaking the field in time to contribute during Philadelphia's win over the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. The 2010 first-round pick retires as a two-time Super Bowl champion, with 487 tackles, including 76.5 total sacks, to his name.

Graham finished the 2024 season with 20 total tackles (15 solo), including 3.5 sacks, while also adding two passes defensed and a forced fumble over 11 regular-season games.

Graham was operating at his typical high level of production before suffering a torn triceps in Week 12 against the Rams. The 36-year-old was able to make his return for the team's 40-22 win over Kansas City in the Super Bowl on Feb. 9, which may end up being his final NFL contest. Graham will enter the offseason as an unrestricted free agent and he's expected to consider retirement.

Graham (elbow) is active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Graham suffered a torn triceps in November, but he has been back practicing with the team since Jan. 30 and was activated from injured reserve Saturday. It's unclear how much the 36-year-old will see the field during the Super Bowl, after not seeing a gameday snap since Week 12. However, he should at least see some spot duty behind Nolan Smith.

The Eagles activated Graham (elbow) from injured reserve Saturday.

Graham has been on IR since late November, when he suffered a torn triceps, which was initially deemed to be season-ending. But, things changed after the Eagles won the NFC Championship Game, as he returned to practice Jan. 30 and has been tracking toward suiting up for the Super Bowl versus Kansas City. The 36-year-old was listed as questionable on Friday's final injury report, and his ultimate availability will be revealed 90 minutes before Sunday's 6:30 p.m. ET kickoff. Graham tallied 20 tackles and 3.5 sacks over the first 11 games of the season.

Graham (elbow), who remains on injured reserve, practiced in full Friday and is officially listed as questionable for Super Bowl LIX against the Chiefs on Sunday.

Graham said Wednesday that he expects to be activated to the 53-man roster and play versus Kansas City, but the Eagles will have to make such a move official by Saturday's deadline. The 34-year-old edge rusher is recovering from surgery undergone back in November to address a triceps tear, and Friday represents his first time practicing in full since sustaining the injury.

Graham (triceps) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Graham indicated during Wednesday's media availability that he remains on track to play Sunday against the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, per Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports. Graham underwent surgery in late November to repair a torn triceps that he suffered against the Rams in Week 12. He returned to practice last week in a limited fashion, and he could be activated from IR ahead of Sunday's game even if he's not fully recovered from his procedure.

Graham (triceps), who officially remains on IR, said Wednesday he feels on track to suit up Sunday versus the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.

Graham got in two limited practice sessions last week before earning an official 'questionable' designation for Super Bowl action, and it looks like things are trending in the right direction for him to be activated from IR in time to face the Kansas City. The 36-year-old has stated that the 2024 campaign will be his last, and a return from injury in time to contribute during the Super Bowl would set the perfect stage for a climactic end to his storied career. A triceps injury has kept Graham sidelined since Week 12.

Graham (triceps) is questionable for Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, Feb. 9 against the Chiefs.

Graham remains on injured reserve but was able to get in a pair of limited practices Thursday and Friday. The veteran defensive end was able to do more in practice, including striking with his injured arm, Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadelphia reports. There's plenty of optimism surrounding Graham's chances of playing in the Super Bowl after he tore his triceps in Week 12 against the Rams.

Graham (triceps) was listed as a limited participant on Thursday's practice report.

Graham's 21-day practice window to return from injured reserve opened Thursday, and while he was limited to individual reps in his return to practice, the veteran is expected to participate in team drills Friday, per Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia. Graham would have to be activated from injured reserve in order to play in Super Bowl LIX against the Chiefs on Sunday, Feb. 9.

The Eagles have opened up the practice window for Graham (triceps).

Graham, who suffered a triceps injury in Week 12, will thus have an opportunity to practice ahead of the Eagles' Super Bowl LIX match-up against the Chiefs on Feb. 9. Originally, it was believed that the defensive end was a candidate to miss the remainder of the season, but now that his practice window has been opened, it's possible that Graham could be activated after all. Prior to his injury, the 36-year-old recorded 20 tackles and 3.5 sacks in 11 regular-season contests.

Graham (triceps) said Monday that he's taking his injury recovery "one day at a time" and did not rule out a return for Super Bowl LIX against the Chiefs on Sunday, Feb. 9, Kevin Patra of NFL.com reports.

Graham tore his triceps in Week 12 against the Rams, which led to him being placed on injured reserve. The injury was severe enough to be considered season-ending at the time, but it appears the veteran linebacker -- who played an integral role in the Eagles' victory over the Patriots in Super Bowl LII -- has an outside chance of playing in Super Bowl LIX. He would have to be designated to return from IR, then be activated to the 53-man roster in order to be eligible to play.

The Eagles placed Graham (triceps) on injured reserve Tuesday.

Graham suffered a season-ending torn triceps in this past Sunday night's win over the Rams. In a corresponding move Tuesday, the Eagles bolstered their edge depth by claiming Charles Harris off waivers from the Panthers.

Coach Nick Sirianni said Tuesday that Graham (triceps) is out for the remainder of the season, Brooks Kubena of The Athletic reports.

As suspected, Graham will soon be sent to injured reserve for the rest of the year after suffering a torn triceps during Sunday's game against the Rams. His absence means 2023 first-rounder Nolan Smith projects to start on the edge for the rest of 2024.

Graham said he suffered a torn triceps in Sunday night's win over the Rams and will miss the remainder of the season, Andrew DiCecco of InsideTheBirds.com reports.

Graham left in the second half with what the Eagles labeled an elbow injury, but it's now revealed that the veteran suffered a serious injury. Graham will wrap up his 2024 season with 20 tackles (15 solo), including 3.5 sacks, across 11 appearances. Graham will likely be placed on injured reserve in the coming days.

Graham suffered an elbow injury in Sunday night's game against the Rams and will not return, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Prior to his injury, Graham recorded a pair of tackles (two solo), including 1.0 sacks. He'll have seven days to try and get ready for next Sunday's date with the Ravens.

Graham signed a one-year extension with the Eagles on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

The extension will act as a retirement tour of sorts for Graham, who is expected to retire following his 15th professional season. The pass rusher played his fewest snaps in a healthy season since 2013, but he's still a solid enough rotational piece as the 35-year-old tallied three sacks in 2023 and a stunning 11 the year prior when he reprised a similar rotational role.

Graham expects to be back with the Eagles in 2024 as the two sides continue working on a new deal, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Graham has spent all 14 years of his NFL career with the Eagles and he's expected to extend his stay in Philadelphia this offseason. Across 17 games in 2023, Graham recorded 16 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and one defended pass. The 35-year-old has seen a consistent decrease in production over the last couple years, but he's still expected to serve as a solid rotational defensive end going forward.

Graham recorded two tackles (two solo), including a sack, in Philadelphia's 37-34 win over the Bills on Sunday.

Graham had a solid outing Sunday as he logged his third sack of the season. The 35-year-old will look to produce once again during the team's upcoming matchup against the 49ers.

Graham recorded two tackles (one solo) including 1.5 sacks in Sunday's 28-23 win versus the Cowboys.

Graham has slowed down immensely after posting an 11-sack season with Philadelphia in 2022, but it's impressive that he's still contributing on the edge in any capacity at the age of 35. He'll continue to provide quality depth to a nightmarish Eagles front seven down the home stretch of 2023.

The Eagles have agreed to a one-year, $6 million deal with Graham on Friday, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.

Graham posted his first double-digit sack campaign in 2022 and tied Javon Hargrave and Josh Sweat for second on the team behind Hasson Reddick (16). The 2010 first-round pick likely could've landed a more lucrative deal elsewhere, but he's opted to stick in Philadelphia for a 14th consecutive season. "It wasn't even about no money," Graham said. "It was more about wanting to be an Eagle as long as I could still play at a high level, and of course I still have a sour taste in my mouth on how things ended this last year." Graham is second in Eagles history in regular-season appearances (178) and could pass David Akers (188) during the 2023 campaign.

Graham appeared in all 17 regular-season games in 2022 and posted 35 tackles, 11 sacks, two forced fumbles and one pass defense across 456 defensive snaps.

The veteran defensive end bounced back from a lost season in 2021 due to injuries and notched his first career double-digit sack campaign. He tied Javon Hargrave and Josh Sweat for second on the team behind Haason Reddick (16), as the Eagles boasted one of the best pass rushes in recent history. Graham kept up his strong play in the divisional-round win over the Giants by recording a sack, but he was quiet the rest of the postseason. He's set for free agency this offseason and should garner plenty of attention from around the league after his standout play in 2022.

Graham recorded four tackles (four solo), including three sacks, and a forced fumble during Sunday's 48-22 win over the Giants.

Graham surpassed his previous season high of 2.5 sacks versus Washington in Week 3. The 13th-year defensive end has now totaled 5.5 sacks across the past four weeks, and he is now on pace to set a new career high with 8.5 sacks after 13 games in 2022. With fellow veteran Robert Quinn (knee) still on IR, expect Graham to continue playing a prominent role in the Eagles' top-ranked pass rush. The team's Week 15 game will come against a Bears offensive line that has allowed the fifth-most sacks this season with 42.

Graham tallied three tackles and a sack in Sunday's 35-10 win over the Titans.

The 34-year-old defensive end has transitioned into more of a rotational role at this stage of his career, as he played just 33 percent of the Eagles' defensive snaps Sunday and hasn't topped a 49 percent share in any of his 12 appearances on the season. Josh Sweat and Haason Reddick are the Eagles' top pass rushers these days, but with Robert Quinn (knee) and Derek Barnett (knee) on injured reserve, Graham will continue to have a role. Graham has compiled 24 tackles, 5.5 sacks and a forced fumble so far this season.

Graham recorded six tackles (four solo and two tackles for loss), two and a half sacks, one pass defensed and one forced fumble in Sunday's 24-8 win over Washington.

The Commanders had no answer for the 13-year veteran, let alone any of team's front seven in Week 3. Philadelphia sacked Carson Wentz nine times, while the team also registered 17 QB hits on the former Eagle. What's even more impressive is that Graham was able to stuff the stat sheet on just 27 snaps (35 percent). He'll have another opportunity to make an impact Sunday when Philadelphia travels to Arizona for a matchup with the Cardinals.

Graham wants to play for the Eagles beyond the 2022 campaign, Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadelphia reports.

Graham said Monday that the 2022 season would not be his final one and that he would like to be back with the Eagles again in 2023 and potentially beyond. The 33-year-old is returning from a torn Achilles he suffered in Week 2 of the 2021 campaign, but he is back to full speed at practice ahead of the upcoming preseason.

Graham told reporters Wednesday that he feels like the Achilles injury never happened and said there are "no restrictions right now," Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadelphia reports.

Graham was carted off the field in the second quarter of Sunday's Week 2 loss to the 49ers and was diagnosed with a torn Achilles. He's well ahead of rehab and apparently is anticipating being ready for the regular season. Per EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer, Graham added he's good with whatever role the coaches give him next season, but when asked, he said he expects to remain a starter.

The Eagles placed Graham (Achilles) on injured reserve Tuesday.

The move was simply a formality as the Eagles had already confirmed that Graham was going to be lost for the season. Josh Sweat and Ryan Kerrigan are the most likely candidates to see increased snaps for the foreseeable future.

Coach Nick Sirianni confirmed Monday that Graham (Achilles) won't return in 2021, EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Graham was carted off the field in the second quarter of Sunday's Week 2 loss to the 49ers, and he was diagnosed with a torn Achilles after he underwent further tests. Josh Sweat and Ryan Kerrigan are likely in line for increased playing time in his absence.

Graham has been diagnosed with a torn Achilles, and if confirmed, he will miss the rest of the season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Graham was carted off the field in the second quarter, so the worst was feared and unfortunately seems to be true. This is devastating news for the 33-year-old and for the Philadelphia defense as a whole.

Graham has been declared out of Sunday's game against San Francisco, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

The Eagles lose a huge threat off the edge. Josh Sweat, Ryan Kerrigan and Derek Barnett should get extra chances as a result.

The Eagles re-signed Graham to a one-year, $20 million extension Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Graham's cap hit will be spread over the next two years, making it feasible for Philadelphia to retain the soon-to-be 33-year-old despite cap issues. He trailed off down the stretch in 2020 but began the year strong, so next season the Eagles could end up deploying Graham in more of a rotational fashion in order to keep him fresh. Graham has notched eight or more sacks in three of the last four seasons.

Graham notched 46 tackles (35 solo), eight sacks, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery through 16 games in 2020.

Graham slowly trailed off during the latter half of the 2020 season (only one sack during the last eight games), but he was easily Philadelphia's top defensive player to begin the year. The Eagles are facing a difficult salary cap situation, so the team could need to approach Graham about a restructured contract before the new league year in March, but the soon-to-be 33-year-old should be a strong candidate to remain in Philadelphia, where he's spent his entire career. In addition to his on-field abilities, the veteran's leadership should be invaluable for new coach Nick Sirianni.

Graham posted six tackles and two sacks in Sunday's 30-28 loss to the Ravens.

It's never easy to take down a shifty quarterback like Lamar Jackson, but Graham did it twice Sunday to help keep the Eagles in the game. This was Graham's second two-sack performance of the season, as he's now up to five sacks through the first six games. His tackle numbers can be a bit flaky to be a consistent IDP contributor, but Graham's ceiling is appealing.

Graham recorded four tackles, all solo, and two sacks across 58 defensive snaps in Sunday's tie with the Bengals.

Graham now has sacks in back-to-back contests to go with seven tackles on the year. He played in 81 percent of the defensive snaps Sunday, which led the Eagles defensive line. He'll now shift his focus to a Sunday night showdown with the 49ers.

Graham (concussion) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams, per the Eagles' official Twitter account.

The 32-year-old defensive end fielded 38 defensive snaps in the Eagles' season opener against Washington, but he sustained a concussion during the course of the contest and was forced to sit out Wednesday's practice. Graham put in a limited session Thursday before clearing concussion protocol Friday, and he is not listed on the team's injury report for Week 2.

Graham (concussion) was a full participant in Friday's practice and is questionable for Sunday's matchup versus the Rams.

After sustaining a concussion in the season opener, Graham has cleared the league's concussion protocol. Still, the Eagles have yet to give the DE the green light, but that essentially means he'll just be monitored over the weekend, and there shouldn't be much concern about his availability. If Graham indeed plays, he'll look to notch his first sack of the season against Jared Goff, who was taken down just once by the Cowboys in Week 1.

Graham has cleared the league's five-step concussion protocol and is expected to suit up against the Rams on Sunday, John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Graham has managed a quick turnaround since suffering a hit to the head Week 1, and he looks in line to retake his usual spot in the starting lineup versus Los Angeles. The veteran defensive end notched the second-highest sack total of his career last season (8.5), and he could find success as a pass rusher against the Rams' unreliable offensive line.

Graham (concussion) was a limited participant for Thursday's practice.

This is extremely positive news for the veteran, as he was elevated after missing practice Wednesday. Per John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia, Graham is expected to clear concussion protocol in the coming days before playing in Sunday's matchup against the Rams. Josh Sweat would likely be the primary beneficiary of an uptick in snaps should Graham incur a setback.

Graham (concussion) will not participate in Wednesday's practice, Jimmy Kempski of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Graham remains in the five-step concussion protocol due to a hit suffered Week 1. He'll need to gain full medical clearance before retaking the field, which leaves his status for Sunday's upcoming tilt against the Rams uncertain. With Vinny Curry (hamstring) on IR, Josh Sweat would likely be the primary beneficiary of increase playing time if Graham can't go Week 2.

Coach Doug Pederson said Graham is in concussion protocol, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Graham exited Sunday's loss to Washington with a head injury, and now it's confirmed that he's battling a concussion. His status for Week 2's matchup versus the Rams is uncertain at this time, and Wednesday's initial practice report should provide a better idea of his status.

Graham exited Sunday's Week 1 contest against Washington to be evaluated for a head injury.

Graham was one of a number of Eagles' defensive lineman to leave the game. Prior to his exit, he managed two tackles, including a tackle for loss. With little time remaining in the contest, Graham will likely look towards a return in Week 2 against the Rams.

Graham recorded 50 tackles (35 solo) and 8.5 sacks in 2019.

Graham played 16 games for the seventh time in the last eight years but hadn't made 50 tackles in a season since 2016. The 8.5 sacks came just one shy of the career-high he set two years ago. Heading into his age-32 season, the Michigan product has two years left on his deal with the Eagles and will be back leading the rotation at defensive end in 2020.

Graham (knee) returned to Sunday's wild-card game versus the Seahawks, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Graham exited in the second quarter but is ready to play through this knee issue and try keeping the Eagles' season alive. The 31-year-old will be a major boost to the team's pass rush.

Graham exited Sunday's wild-card playoff game versus the Seahawks with a knee injury.

Graham didn't make a tackle before exiting the game. His absence off the edge is a major loss for the Eagles, as Graham racked up 50 tackles and 8.5 sacks during the regular season. Josh Sweat and Vinny Curry should both see upticks in usage in Graham's stead.