Jimmy Graham is now a member of the New Orleans Saints after he was selected with the 95th pick in the 2010 NFL draft.
In his only season on the football field at the University of Miami, Graham tallied 17 receptions for 203 yards, but impressed scouts with a 4.50 (40 yard dash) at the combine, furthering interest in the raw, but athletically gifted tight end.
He will be a project which will entail at least two seasons to fully develop as his blocking is a work in progress. If Graham’s skills advance, then his height, agility and sure hands should guarantee solid contribution in the near future.
Graham has now entered OTA’s as a backup to fellow Miami Hurricane tight end Jeremy Shockey and has impressed teammates and coaches. “If you were just watching he’s been a guy who has stood out,” Payton said in between practices at the Saints facility in Metairie. “He has things to learn but he’s willing to do that and he’s smart.” (The Times-Picayune )
Jimmy Graham is ranked 4th in our latest tight end rankings behind only Jermaine Gresham, Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez. Graham should not be drafted in redraft leagues, although, he is worth a stash in your dynasty league as a late second-round or early third-round rookie selection.
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RE: “He will be a project which will entail at least two seasons to fully develop as his blocking is a work in progress.”
Saints head coach Sean Payton has already stated publicly that he intends to get Graham involved this season in the team’s high powered offensive schemes. Where do you get your information anyway Mr. LaClair?
It appears to me that you are doing a whole lot of assuming when you ought to be reporting the facts as you research them.
This article looks like the direct result of more assuming than researching to me…
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