Brandon Graham is finally back.
The longest-tenured Philadelphia Eagles player hasn't played since the end of last season. But now, on Monday Night Football in Week 10, he's set to take the field once again.
It wasn't a straight line to get here for Graham. He retired after the Eagles won the Super Bowl.
But instead of staying away, Graham has returned. And after a few weeks of getting up to speed, Graham is back in uniform for the primetime game against the Green Bay Packers.
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"I'm excited, man. No expectations, just going out there, just like it's been in practice," Graham told PhiladelphiaEagles.com. "It's been [me] enjoying the time. And I'm just excited to see these boys, because they put some work in this weekend. Just bringing the energy, man."
Why did Brandon Graham come back from retirement?
Graham returned from retirement to try and help the Eagles defend their Super Bowl title.
After Za'Darius Smith retired, the Eagles had a particular need for pass rushing, and Graham helps fill that.
This will mark Graham's 16th season with the Eagles, which is a franchise record.
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He's a two-time Super Bowl champion. In February, he returned from a torn triceps muscle to help the Eagles beat the Chiefs.
Graham holds the Eagles record for most regular season games played and is third in sacks, with 76.5.
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