Brandon Graham, the esteemed defensive end for the Philadelphia Eagles, has announced his retirement from the NFL after a remarkable 15-season career, all spent with the Eagles. At 36 years old, Graham leaves behind an impressive legacy, including two Super Bowl championships and numerous franchise records.
Notably, he holds the record for the most regular-season games played in Eagles history, with 206 appearances. Over his career, he accumulated 76.5 sacks, 153 quarterback hits, and 22 forced fumbles. His pivotal strip-sack of Tom Brady in Super Bowl LII remains one of the most iconic plays in Eagles’ history.
In his retirement speech, Graham expressed deep gratitude to the Eagles organization and the city of Philadelphia, acknowledging the challenges and growth he experienced both on and off the field. He reflected on his journey from being a first-round draft pick in 2010 to becoming a cornerstone of the team’s defense.
For a more personal glimpse into his farewell, you can watch Brandon Graham announce his retirement in the following video: