There is Hope Thread-of-the-Day: Brandon Graham Edition

Submitted by Billy Ray Valentine on

Brandon Graham continues to shed the "Bust"  label that he even self-imposed on himself at one time.  Prior to this NFL season, there was talk Graham would be traded, and that his NFL future hinged on his ability to play exclusively 4-3 end.  

 

In a rotation heavy defense, in which he plays typically less than 40% of the Eagles' defensive snaps, Graham has so far put together an impressive year.  Through Week 10, he shares the NFL lead(!) in Forced Fumbles, with 4.  He is also tied for 19th in Tackles-for-Loss, with 9.  His 4.5 sacks aren't too shabby either.  

 

As we struggle through this disappointing Michigan season, I hope many of you find encouragement in Brandon's career resurrection.  He has adapted to a 3-4 OLB scheme many, including himself, thought would never quite fit.

 

 

OccaM

November 11th, 2014 at 1:11 PM ^

Eagles defense is full of ball hawks this year. Quite a turn around from last year indeed. It's nice seeing Graham and Molk contributing to the team.

 

Trust the Process

November 11th, 2014 at 1:19 PM ^

The funny thing about his stat line for this year is that it could be a lot better.  He should probably have an additional 3-4 sacks, but somehow the QBs have escaped him on a few attempts this season.

Gucci Mane

November 11th, 2014 at 2:05 PM ^

Explain to me how this is going to help the Michigan football team ? Yea it's great for Brandon, and I'm happy for him. But the "there is hope title" is misleading. I came here hoping to hear a quote from Graham that suggested Harbaugh was coming.

SECcashnassadvantage

November 11th, 2014 at 2:11 PM ^

D Rob, Graham, etc, were talented but were utilized incorrectly, coached poorly, and this is glaring. Yes D Rob had a record ton of yards, but if we took him out of the turnover situation he would have killed it as an RB. But we don't develop QBs either, so never mind. Pointing that out helps the team if we move on more quickly.

Billy Ray Valentine

November 11th, 2014 at 2:53 PM ^

where I said Brandon Graham's improved play would help the current Michigan team.  

 

The point I made was quite obvious: Brandon Graham, a former All-American who played for the team I love, and I assume you do as well, has completely turned around his professional career, from disappointment to borderline standout.  This gives me hope, as I love seeing former Michigan players/alumni suceed in their professional endeavors. 

 

If you need constant Harabaugh rumormongering to give yourself hope, it might be a cold Winter, my friend.  You're going to need a few more "rrrrrrrrrrrr" in your signature line.

bronxblue

November 11th, 2014 at 3:53 PM ^

Glad to see Graham get some consistent playing time and showing his potential for Philly.  Thought it was a bad situation for him, but hopefully this is a positive sign.