In the wake of Philadelphia Eagles legend Brandon Graham's retirement announcement, star running back Saquon Barkley has shared heartfelt words of admiration for his teammate. After 15 remarkable seasons with the Eagles organization, Graham has officially hung up his cleats, bringing an end to a career highlighted by two Super Bowl championships.
"Incredible teammate, incredible person," Barkley posted on Instagram following the announcement. "Congrats on an amazing career, BG! Forever a champion."
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Graham's retirement comes after an impressive NFL journey spanning a decade and a half with the Eagles. His career stats include 76.5 sacks, 485 tackles, 23 forced fumbles, 11 pass deflections, and seven fumble recoveries. The defensive stalwart earned one Pro Bowl selection and secured two Super Bowl rings during his tenure in Philadelphia.
The timing of Graham's retirement follows Philadelphia's recent Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, marking a triumphant end to an incredible playoff run. Graham, who had undergone triceps surgery earlier in the season, made his return to the lineup just in time for the championship game.
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Barkley, who joined the Eagles this past season after spending six years with the New York Giants, had a stellar first year in Philadelphia. The running back accumulated an impressive 2,005 yards and 13 touchdowns, earning him the Offensive Player of the Year award.
The connection between Graham and Barkley, even though it lasted one season, clearly made a lasting impression, as evidenced by Barkley's genuine tribute to the retiring Eagles icon.
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This story was originally published March 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM.