The Facts:
Following up on the
ongoing story. ... The Saints recently utilized the franchise tag on Graham. This means any team that wants him needs to write a fat check and relinquish two first-round picks. But around the league, Graham is viewed by general managers, scouts and coaches as almost a tight end deity. Word is beginning to leak around the league that one or more teams will make a run at Graham and are more than willing to give up two first-rounders to get him. What hasn't leaked yet are the names of the teams.
Reported by BleacherReport.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
"I think the only players more valuable than Jimmy Graham are three or four quarterbacks," an unnamed AFC GM told B/R's Mike Freeman. "That's it. ..." As for the teams that might be interested in going after him? None have officially revealed their hand. So, for now, it's partially speculation. Seattle and New England are apparently possibilities, but Freeman reports the consensus seems to be the franchise(s) poised to make a run at Graham are among the bottom half of the draft. The Packers, previously mentioned as potential suitors, are claiming no interest. ... Stay tuned. More undoubtedly to come.
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