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

WhoDat!656 · 02-22-2013, 05:36 AM

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

dizzle88 · 02-22-2013, 05:46 AM

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

Crusader · 02-22-2013, 05:57 AM

Originally Posted by dizzle88

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

Sounds fair.

WhoDat!656 · 02-22-2013, 06:01 AM

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

dizzle88 · 02-22-2013, 06:07 AM

Originally Posted by WhoDat!656

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

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

FinSaint · 02-22-2013, 06:33 AM

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.

TheOak · 02-22-2013, 07:33 AM

Originally Posted by dizzle88

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

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

dizzle88 · 02-22-2013, 07:38 AM

Originally Posted by TheOak

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

I should phone loomis and tell him the plan! Lol

SmashMouth · 02-22-2013, 08:05 AM

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

Jamessr · 02-22-2013, 08:14 AM

Originally Posted by WhoDat!656

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

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

02-22-2013, 05:36 AM	#1
WhoDat!656 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Shreveport,Louisiana Posts: 16,062	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
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02-22-2013, 05:46 AM	#2
dizzle88 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 11,358	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? UK_WhoDat, Danno, TheKillerBs and 3 others like this.

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Crusader Resident Swede Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Märsta, Sweden Posts: 8,025	Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract Originally Posted by dizzle88 Can we deduct 2 million for every drive Graham kills with a crucial drop on 3rd down? Sounds fair.

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WhoDat!656 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Shreveport,Louisiana Posts: 16,062	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? UK_WhoDat, Danno, foreverfan and 1 others like this.

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dizzle88 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 11,358	Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract Originally Posted by WhoDat!656 Can we do the same for every interception that Brees throws? I said the exact same thing almost every sunday when brees threw picks, especially his 5 picks in atlanta Jamessr likes this.

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TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,027	Originally Posted by dizzle88 Can we deduct 2 million for every drive Graham kills with a crucial drop on 3rd down? So he is going to play for a -$12mm contract? He pays us 12 a year. Should help cap lol dizzle88 likes this.

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dizzle88 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 11,358	Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract Originally Posted by TheOak So he is going to play for a -$12mm contract? He pays us 12 a year. Should help cap lol I should phone loomis and tell him the plan! Lol TheOak likes this.

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Jamessr 1000 Posts + Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 1,583	Re: Jimmy Graham Could Be Targeting As Much As $12 Annually In His Next Contract Originally Posted by WhoDat!656 Can we do the same for every interception that Brees throws? wow... you beat me to it. But once again noone wants to assign drew blame.

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