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It's been a wild few weeks for the New Orleans Saints. On top of training camp kicking off, three different former members of the franchise opted to hang up their cleats and retire.

New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / July 24

Saints legend Jimmy Graham officially retires from the NFL

The 5-time Pro Bowl tight end calls it a career. As New Orleans Saints training camp finally got underway this week on Airline Drive, the headline news was about a player who would no longer be a part of the proceedings as Tyrann Mathieu announced his unexpected retirement from the NFL.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / July 23

Saints Legend Returning To Retire In New Orleans

The New Orleans Saints had a wild day on Tuesday. New Orleans lost Tyrann Mathieu as he announced his retirement from the National Football League. The Saints signed Julian Blackmon to replace Mathieu.

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New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 23

Saints’ Cameron Jordan sends powerful message to Jimmy Graham after TE’s retirement

One of the NFL’s most explosive tight ends is officially hanging up his cleats. Jimmy Graham, known for his gravity-defying catches and unmatched versatility, has announced his retirement from football.

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New Orleans Saints News / Larry Brown Sports / July 23

Former NFL receiving leader announces his retirement

One of the biggest NFL names of 2013 is finally calling it quits. Veteran tight end Jimmy Graham announced on Tuesday that he is officially retiring from the NFL.

New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / July 22

Five-time Pro Bowler announces retirement from football

He will finish his career having hauled in 719 receptions for 8,545 yards and 89 touchdowns.

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New Orleans Saints News / Field Level Media / July 22

TE Jimmy Graham set to retire with the Saints

Tight end Jimmy Graham confirmed a report from the New Orleans Saints' team website that he plans to officially announce his retirement in the near future.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / July 18

Former Seattle Seahawks TE sets world record in grueling challenge

Now that his football career is long behind him, former Seattle Seahawks star Jimmy Graham will comfortably go down as one of the best tight ends of the 2010s.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / July 18

Former Saints Pro Bowler Shatters World Record: 'Relentless Challenges'

A New Orleans Saints legend set a world record this week. According to NOLA.com’s Rashad Milligan, five-time Pro Bowler and former Saints tight end Jimmy Graham achieved a monumental rowing milestone by joining a four-person team that set a world record for traversing the Arctic Ocean in just over 10 days.

New Orleans Saints News / 5 GOATs / July 17

Jimmy Graham, rowing team set new Arctic Ocean speed record with 10-day journey

Former NFL tight end Jimmy Graham and three other members of a rowing team completed the Arctic Challenge, travelling 584 nautical miles in 10 days. The team broke the world record, which was 15 days, five hours and 32 minutes.

New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / July 16

Jimmy Graham breaks record during Arctic Challenge

Graham’s crew completed the challenge in a little over 10 days. New Orleans Saints legend Jimmy Graham and his crew have broken the record for the Arctic Challenge.

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / July 12

Jimmy Graham gives New Orleans Saints fans a first-hand update on his latest historic activity off the football field

Former New Orleans Saints fan favorite Jimmy Graham isn't taking the offseason for free time and comfort. Instead, he and a group of other thrill-seekers are taking on a massive challenge this summer that pushes all of them to their limits.

NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / July 1

Jimmy Graham Seahawks trade named one of the best player swaps this century

Looked upon as a failure by most who have watched the Seattle Seahawks closely over the last decade, the trade for tight end Jimmy Graham in 2015 was at least fun on paper.

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / June 30

New Orleans Saints legend Jimmy Graham begins new journey off the field that will make fans feel nervous but also excited for him

New Orleans Saints fan favorite Jimmy Graham isn't expected to be back in the NFL this season, but that doesn't mean he isn't trying to be an active 38-year-old.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Broncos Seventh-Round TE Draws Jimmy Graham Comparisons

Switching positions within the same sport is one thing, but transitioning to a new sport entirely is another. Denver Broncos rookie tight end Caleb Lohner is looking to accomplish the latter feat and become the next former college basketball player to have a successful professional football career.

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / June 21, 2024

Saints legend Jimmy Graham makes statement that will hit fans in their feels

The New Orleans Saints brought back a franchise legend in 2024. Jimmy Graham wore the black and gold one again, a combo that he never should have changed out of earlier in his career.

New Orleans Saints News / Yardbarker / June 12, 2024

Five-time Pro Bowl TE leaving retirement decision up to Saints

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New Orleans Saints News / Larry Brown Sports / March 29, 2024

Jimmy Graham sends heartfelt message of gratitude to fans

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / February 19, 2024

Beloved Saints Tight End Tackling Insane Arctic Challenge To Benefit Charity

Saints tight end Jimmy Graham is known for much more than what he does on the football field, as he obtained his private pilot license in 2011. He even posted on his personal Instagram a message to Saints fans from his aircraft saying, "It's been real NO.

New Orleans Saints News / Yardbarker / August 20, 2023

Saints say Jimmy Graham arrested after experiencing medical episode

New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham was arrested on Friday night for suspicion of being under the influence of a controlled substance after he was seen by police wandering into traffic.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / May 11, 2023

Former All-Pro TE details second terrifying accident in two years

Jimmy Graham explained he was likely moving at about 20 mph on his bike when he was hit by a driver going 20 to 25 mph. He suffered a leg wound, and he ripped all the skin off his back during the incident.

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