Greg Paulus isn't the only college basketball player turning to football, just the only one being hyped up in the media.
Jimmy Graham, who was listed at 6'8", 245 lbs at the beginning of the season, has approached Miami football coach about playing tight end this season. Randy Shannon was willing to listen to the one-time post player...
"We will give him a chance if he wants to do that," Shannon said. "I told Jimmy he has an opportunity to come back to school, enjoy the dream of playing football. He's been around, been with the players, Jacory Harris some... with his size and speed he may help us."
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But it's Graham who could be the most intriguing prospect at the position considering his size and athletic ability. Some of the NFL's best tight ends -- Antonio Gates, Tony Gonzalez -- have come from the basketball court. Graham, who is declining interviews according to UM sports information director Margaret Belch, could be the next one.
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