Purple_King
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OMG, I hate playing against this guy...
USA Today's Tom Pelissero reports Jimmy Graham (foot) was moving "fine" in pre-game workouts Sunday, and "seems jacked up."
There are still likely to be limitations on Graham's snap count, but he's going to be a good bet for touchdowns as long as he's an integral part of New Orleans' red-zone offense. Start him as a top-five TE1 against the Jets.
Source: Tim Pelissero on Twitter
Jimmy Graham's level is what Gronkowski is hoping to get back to. Even if he makes it back, his injury risk knocks him down a notch imo.People can yap about Gronk all they want, but there isn't much doubt as to who is the best TE in the league right now. Hint: he plays for the Saints.
I was worried. Almost dealt him, really glad I didn't.Was there ever a doubt?
Except against New England. In that case, it was ridiculous that NE was able to shut him down the way they did. Unreal. It's weird that other teams haven't been able to copy their strategy and replicate their success, at least to some degree. It's like that week never happened.It's ridiculous what this guy does every damn week.
The strategy of fouling him with no calls?Except against New England. In that case, it was ridiculous that NE was able to shut him down the way they did. Unreal. It's weird that other teams haven't been able to copy their strategy and replicate their success, at least to some degree. It's like that week never happened.It's ridiculous what this guy does every damn week.
What is the possible concern?So, anybody concerned about his status, or rolling him out with confidence this week?
The fact that he was limited in practice and is listed as questionable with foot and elbow injuries?What is the possible concern?So, anybody concerned about his status, or rolling him out with confidence this week?
I wouldn't trade Gronk for Graham at this point. Plantar fascia is no joke and it doesn't get better. Usually worse.Jimmy Graham's level is what Gronkowski is hoping to get back to. Even if he makes it back, his injury risk knocks him down a notch imo.People can yap about Gronk all they want, but there isn't much doubt as to who is the best TE in the league right now. Hint: he plays for the Saints.
I'm not sure how accurate that statement is. Regular stretching and inserts for your shoes make a significant difference. Obviously it does get better over time, not worse. Otherwise, players would never come back from the injury.I wouldn't trade Gronk for Graham at this point. Plantar fascia is no joke and it doesn't get better. Usually worse.Jimmy Graham's level is what Gronkowski is hoping to get back to. Even if he makes it back, his injury risk knocks him down a notch imo.People can yap about Gronk all they want, but there isn't much doubt as to who is the best TE in the league right now. Hint: he plays for the Saints.
We went through this 2 weeks ago...4TDs laterThe fact that he was limited in practice and is listed as questionable with foot and elbow injuries?What is the possible concern?So, anybody concerned about his status, or rolling him out with confidence this week?
That is the only positive you see? I guessed you missed the 4 TDs that last two gamesOwner and slightly worried about the foot potentially getting worse and more injuries sprouting up. The only positive I see is that the snaps went up from the Bills to the Jets game
and he's playing for a contract.
They already said he can't hurt the foot any worse, he will lead many FF teams to a championship, you should be honored to have him on your teamOwner and slightly worried about the foot potentially getting worse and more injuries sprouting up. The only positive I see is that the snaps went up from the Bills to the Jets game and he's playing for a contract.
I read it can't get better. It can only tear and that is a 4-6 recovery time process to feel fully better. I'm hoping it doesn't tear.They already said he can't hurt the foot any worse, he will lead many FF teams to a championship, you should be honored to have him on your teamOwner and slightly worried about the foot potentially getting worse and more injuries sprouting up. The only positive I see is that the snaps went up from the Bills to the Jets game and he's playing for a contract.
Appearing on Sunday NFL Countdown, ESPN's Adam Schefter confirmed that Jimmy Graham (foot, elbow) is fully expected to play Sunday night.
Graham played on 60-of-78 snaps last Sunday and practiced every day this week. He's going to play through his questionable tag and is our No. 1 play at tight end. The Saints won't officially release their inactive list until 7pm ET, but owners can safely leave Graham in lineups.
He was out there 1st possession. He is out there now.Two series 0 snaps?
He was, just on the other side of the field. They just showed the replay of the TD and #80 was on the left side.The fact that he wasn't in in the red zone or goaline is bad bad bad
Not necessarily a setback, it's just the nature of the injury. It can flare up without meaning there is any more damage actually having occurred. Being at night, that may mean something. When I had this injury, my foot felt worst in the morning and at night. During the day, it was pretty manageable.He must of suffered a setback. No other reason to give him the week 1 NE Patriots Wes Welker treatment.
It's not that kind if injury, not playing this week won't make a difference one way or another.This is brutal. If you're not even gonna use him in the red zone, just send him to the showers so he doesn't get any worse.
Doesn't look like they're gonna need him anyway.
I still wouldn't be surprised if he got a short TD tonight.Better days ahead for Jimmy, he's just not in the game plan for tonight
I agree, but the saints are pulling away, and Romo well he looks like Romo, don't see this game being closeI still wouldn't be surprised if he got a short TD tonight.Better days ahead for Jimmy, he's just not in the game plan for tonight
Well, trade him back.Just traded for him. Should've warned you guys.
Lol!Well, trade him back.Just traded for him. Should've warned you guys.
ClassicI have to play this beast today.