Brandon Graham made his return to the Eagles official on Tuesday morning. The franchise legend formally announced he was coming out of retirement and rejoining his old team.
But why would Graham, who retired in March, make this move after going out on top with another Super Bowl title?
And why now for the 37-year-old defensive end?
Graham, the longest-tenured player in Eagles history, broke down his decision to unretire on his podcast, PHLY Sports’ “Brandon Graham Unblocked,” on Tuesday morning.
Graham said this all started after the Eagles beat the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. Graham was playing at a high level last season before tearing his triceps in Week 12. He made an unlikely return for the Super Bowl and helped the Eagles take down Kansas City, 40-22, on Feb. 9.
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