Brandon Graham Could Rejoin Eagles This Week

Za'Darius Smith's surprise in-season retirement has left the Philadelphia Eagles thin at edge rusher, intensifying the team's need for pass-rush help. Multiple outlets report two-time Super Bowl champion Brandon Graham is considering coming out of retirement and could rejoin the Eagles, which would be his 16th NFL season. Sources say the sides are closing in on finalizing a contract this week amid injuries and departures at the position, including Nolan Smith Jr. and Ogbo Okoronkwo on injured reserve and Josh Sweat's departure. Graham is the longest-tenured Eagle (15 seasons), holds the franchise record for regular-season games played, ranks third in team history in sacks, and is remembered for stripping Tom Brady in Super Bowl LII. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio said there had not been conversations "to my knowledge," a comment that contrasts with reports of an imminent deal.