Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract
 

Jason Cole of Yahoo Sports reports that a league mentioned that Saints TE Jimmy Graham could target $12 million per season in his next contract.

Another source informed Cole that Graham will be monitoring the situation regarding Jared Cook, as to whether or not he’s considered a tight end or a wide receiver upon receiving the Titan’s franchise tag. The difference between the two is close to $4 million, which means Graham’s rumored asking price of $12 million annually is much closer to being justifiable in terms of market value.

Cole adds that this distinction could allow him to surpass the contract handed out to Rob Gronkowski (eight-years, $55.23 million with $13.17 million guaranteed) last year.

Graham, 26, has put up gaudy numbers in his first-three seasons in the league. He’s totaled 215 receptions for 2,648 yards and 25 touchdowns over that span. The Saints could always use their franchise tag on him following the 2013 season, but that’s why the decision regarding Cook is such a big deal.

Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract

Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract
 

Can we deduct 2 million for every drive Graham kills with a crucial drop on 3rd down?

Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract
 

Sounds fair.

Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract
 

Can we do the same for every interception that Brees throws?

Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract
 

I said the exact same thing almost every sunday when brees threw picks, especially his 5 picks in atlanta

Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract
 

If he wants $12M per... I say trade him when there's still something to be gained from him, because the Saints can't afford that type of a contract.

So he is going to play for a -$12mm contract? He pays us 12 a year. Should help cap lol

Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract
 

I should phone loomis and tell him the plan! Lol

Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract
 

You had me for a sec here with that here Twelve Dollar title... lol

Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract
 

wow... you beat me to it.
But once again noone wants to assign drew blame.