Insider Reveals Details of Brandon Graham’s New Eagles Contract
Just days after Brandon Graham signed to return for a 16th season with the Philadelphia Eagles, we found out the details of his contract with the team.
NFL Network’s Ian Rappaport reported Graham’s prorated one-year contract which is worth about $4.9 million for the 2025 season.
Graham will make $2.44 million, and Rappaport reported that $1.67 million will be paid out as part of a signing bonus.
Graham, the two-time Super Bowl champion as a member of the Eagles, announced he was coming out of retirement Tuesday. The 2010 first-round pick of the Eagles had retired as a consequence of two torn pectoral muscles during the 2024 NFL season including one in the Eagles’ 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.
Brandon Graham Returned To Practice Wednesday
Graham had been keeping himself busy by podcasting and fulfilling a role as an analyst on NFL Network. Yet, when Za’Darius Smith retired, Graham decided to make a comeback.
“It was fun today,” Graham said after practicing Wednesday.
Graham admitted on his podcast “Unblocked” he didn’t feel like he was finished, despite his announced retirement after the last game of his 15th season. He said he didn’t want to play with any other team but that he would have considered it when Smith signed with Philadelphia.
“I knew I wasn’t all the way done,” Graham said. “I was hoping that [the Eagles] didn’t need me, but I’m glad to be back.”
Graham said he felt like “had a new arm” after rehabbing his triceps over the past eight months. So after one day of practice, Graham said he still felt good.
“I feel like nothing happened,” Graham said. “It’s held up. My body feels fresh. Right now I’m just taking it day to day, just enjoying it, man. I’m happy to be back.”
Brandon Graham Isn’t Sure If He’ll Play Against The Giants
The Eagles are gearing up for a showdown against the NFC East rival New York Giants, who shredded Philadelphia for 172 rushing yards and three Cam Skattebo touchdowns at MetLife Stadium in their 34-17 win Oct. 9.
So even though Graham can surely help stop the Giants rushing attack, which is ranked 11th in the NFL in yards per game (125.1), he isn’t sure if he’ll be ready to play in time for Sunday’s game.
“We’re gonna see,” Graham asked if he is going to play. “I’m gonna let coach [decide] that. I’m just here to keep affirming everybody from what they are and their ability, keeping their mind good and keeping their energy high and having fun.”
Even if the sellout crowd in South Philly doesn’t get to see Graham on the field Sunday afternoon, the veteran said it won’t be long until he’s able to suit up in the game uniform.
“I don’t feel too far off, honestly,” Graham said. “I’ve been training — it’s been like my training camp for the last two-and-a-half or three months — and I feel good. Now it’s just about trying to talking my trash and work out at the same time.”
Serena Williams backs Carlos Alcaraz to chase Novak Djokovic's record
Serena Williams lit up Oviedo with her golden presence at the Princess of Asturias Awards. One of the greatest players of all time was greeted by the sound of bagpipes and the warmth of the Spanish crowd.
Serena danced upon arrival and embraced the festive spirit before heading to a press conference. The American turned her attention to another star of our sport - Carlos Alcaraz.
Having followed the young gun's career closely, Williams expressed deep admiration for the 22-year-old Spaniard's achievements and mindset. She also made bold prediction and backed him to chase ultimate tennis glory!
Serena highlighted Carlos' remarkable potential and reminded that tennis barriers that once seemed impossible to break continue to fall. For the legend, Alcaraz embodies that same drive of greatness that once pushed Federer, Nadal and Djokovic to redefine the sport's limits.
Carlos' youth, resilience and the fierce competition around him can fuel an era of extraordinary success. Per Williams, only sky is the limit for the El Palmar native.
Serena backed the youngster to chase Novak Djokovic's record of 24 Major trophies. It has been so far so good for the Spaniard, who stands as the second-youngest player with six Major crowns after Bjorn Borg.
Alcaraz's next goal? The Career Grand Slam at 22 at the upcoming Australian Open! Williams is one of the game's ultimate champions, and her words carry the weight of experience.
There's also a genuine enthusiasm for a player poised to shape tennis history in the upcoming years. In Oviedo, Serena celebrated her legacy and the game's future, forging a golden collection between two eras of champions.
"Carlos is doing incredible things; I'm a huge fan of him. I always call him when he plays, to cheer him on. Can he equal or surpass Novak's 24 Major titles. At this point, anything is possible.
When Roger started, no one thought he could surpass Pete Sampras, and he did. Then Rafa did the same, and then Novak. Carlos is very young, he has great rivals, but of course it's possible.
Records are there to be broken," Serena Williams said.
