Career Timeline of Brandon Graham: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Brandon Graham made an impact.
Brandon Graham is an American professional football defensive end and is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft, being the 13th overall pick and the first player selected from the Big Ten Conference that year. Prior to his NFL career, Graham was recognized as an All-American college football player during his time at the University of Michigan.
January 7, 2006: U.S. Army All-American Bowl Participation
On January 7, 2006, Brandon Graham participated in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, recording four tackles and a blocked field goal.
2006: Switches to Defensive End at Michigan
Before the 2006 NCAA Division I FBS football season, Brandon Graham switched to defensive end and played as a backup.
2006: U.S. Army All-American Bowl Captain
In 2006, Brandon Graham served as captain for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, receiving high accolades and being a finalist for prestigious individual honors as a high school football player.
2008: Big Ten Conference Tackles for Loss Leader
In 2008, Brandon Graham led the Big Ten Conference in tackles for loss, recording 20 in 11 games.
November 28, 2010: Season-High Tackles and a Sack
On November 28, 2010, Brandon Graham recorded a season-high three solo tackles and one sack during a loss against the Chicago Bears.
December 14, 2010: Placed on Injured Reserve
On December 14, 2010, the Philadelphia Eagles placed Brandon Graham on the injured reserve list following his ACL tear.
2010: Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles
In 2010, Brandon Graham was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round of the NFL draft, being the thirteenth overall selection and the first from the Big Ten Conference.
2017: Led Eagles in Sacks & Super Bowl Win
During the 2017 NFL season, Brandon Graham led the Super Bowl LII champion Philadelphia Eagles in quarterback sacks with 9.5, also making a pivotal strip sack on Tom Brady.
March 10, 2023: Re-signed with the Eagles
On March 10, 2023, Brandon Graham re-signed with the Eagles on a one-year contract, becoming the longest-tenured Eagle with 178 regular-season games played.
November 26, 2023: Franchise Record
On November 26, 2023, Brandon Graham surpassed David Akers' franchise record of 188 regular-season games played for the Eagles.
March 9, 2024: Contract Extension
On March 9, 2024, Brandon Graham signed a one-year contract extension with the Eagles.
2024: Won Super Bowl LIX
In 2024, Brandon Graham was a member of the team which won Super Bowl LIX.
February 8, 2025: Activated off Injured Reserve
On February 8, 2025, Brandon Graham was activated off injured reserve in time for Super Bowl LIX.
