Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans"

Danno · 07-16-2014, 01:01 PM

“I’m beyond excited,” Graham said Tuesday night. “I didn’t get into to football to learn litigation. I got into football to win games with my teammates, friends and coaches. I am extremely happy to get back to what it’s really about.”

Well so much for all that nonsense about him being bitter at the Saints.

Beastmode · 07-16-2014, 01:04 PM

Saying his blocking needs work to me is like saying Deion Sanders was a horrible tackler. I'm willing to bet any coach would rather have a TE that hauls in 16TD's as opposed to being a good overall TE.

Look at the Falcons, they tried last season to find and mold a big TE. It didn't work out! Same for many teams. Jimmy is an amazing player. He has faults but his pros far far outweigh them when he's healthy.

Jack Vegas · 07-16-2014, 02:15 PM

I'm not worried about his blocking. We're not keeping him inline for pass pro very often, because he's our best receiver. If we're in heavy run mode, we go with Watson or a 3rd tackle anyway. And if we're mixing it up, you can put Watson on the line and split JG wide, that's a strategy that worked well late in the season when Ingram/Robinson were having success running the ball.

My only concern with Jimmy is he's got to learn to avoid those big hits. I love watching him run over people, but he takes too many hits to the knees and thighs.

rezburna · 07-16-2014, 03:54 PM

After giving it a lot of thought Drew Brees was the one trying to force it to Jimmy Graham all the time. A lot of his picks were when he was trying to let Graham make a play. He doesn't spread it like he used to. He just doesn't seem as magical as he once did.

Audiotom · 07-16-2014, 04:58 PM

Jimmy

W love you, welcome back!

Focus on blocking, making the defensive backs pass interference more obvious and separation at the line. Maybe Champ Bailey could teach you a thing or two.

If you do go for a td celebration how about running up to the goal post and just touching the ball lightly to the center upright

AsylumGuido · 07-16-2014, 05:38 PM

Originally Posted by Audiotom

Jimmy

W love you, welcome back!

Focus on blocking, making the defensive backs pass interference more obvious and separation at the line. Maybe Champ Bailey could teach you a thing or two.

If you do go for a td celebration how about running up to the goal post and just touching the ball lightly to the center upright

If trying to focus on anything else lessens his ability to make plays I would be forced to disagree.

Danno · 07-16-2014, 05:44 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

If trying to focus on anything else lessens his ability to make plays I would be forced to disagree.

He had trouble with drops, worked on it and improved
He had trouble breaking tackles, worked on it and improved

I fully expect he will improve his blocking as well as his breaking jams and holds by physical CB's.

This kid loves to improve his game and hasn't given any reason to anybody that he won't keep improving all aspects of his game.

AsylumGuido · 07-16-2014, 06:05 PM

Originally Posted by Danno

He had trouble with drops, worked on it and improved
He had trouble breaking tackles, worked on it and improved

I fully expect he will improve his blocking as well as his breaking jams and holds by physical CB's.

This kid loves to improve his game and hasn't given any reason to anybody that he won't keep improving all aspects of his game.

No, he never had trouble with drops when healthy. His drop percentage in 2011 was only 3.4% with five total drops. In 2013 it was 2.1% with three drops.

The perception that he had drop problems were based upon the 2012 season when he played with the bad wrist. That year he dropped one out of every ten opportunities (over 10%), yet he was tough enough to keep playing through the injury.

Danno · 07-16-2014, 06:44 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

No, he never had trouble with drops when healthy. His drop percentage in 2011 was only 3.4% with five total drops. In 2013 it was 2.1% with three drops.

The perception that he had drop problems were based upon the 2012 season when he played with the bad wrist. That year he dropped one out of every ten opportunities (over 10%), yet he was tough enough to keep playing through the injury.

If you attribute the drops to the wrist injury, then sure.

And I might add staying healthy to the list of things I expect him to improve on.

Rugby Saint II · 07-16-2014, 06:00 PM

I'm down with you Jimmy..........go get it.

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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,751	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" “I’m beyond excited,” Graham said Tuesday night. “I didn’t get into to football to learn litigation. I got into football to win games with my teammates, friends and coaches. I am extremely happy to get back to what it’s really about.” Well so much for all that nonsense about him being bitter at the Saints. pumpkindriver and aintasinner like this.

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Beastmode 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 9,126	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" Saying his blocking needs work to me is like saying Deion Sanders was a horrible tackler. I'm willing to bet any coach would rather have a TE that hauls in 16TD's as opposed to being a good overall TE. Look at the Falcons, they tried last season to find and mold a big TE. It didn't work out! Same for many teams. Jimmy is an amazing player. He has faults but his pros far far outweigh them when he's healthy. SaintFanInATLHELL, AsylumGuido and AliJee like this.
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Jack Vegas 1000 Posts + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,254	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" I'm not worried about his blocking. We're not keeping him inline for pass pro very often, because he's our best receiver. If we're in heavy run mode, we go with Watson or a 3rd tackle anyway. And if we're mixing it up, you can put Watson on the line and split JG wide, that's a strategy that worked well late in the season when Ingram/Robinson were having success running the ball. My only concern with Jimmy is he's got to learn to avoid those big hits. I love watching him run over people, but he takes too many hits to the knees and thighs. SaintFanInATLHELL, Beastmode and Utah_Saint like this.
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rezburna 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Kenner, LA Posts: 8,020	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" After giving it a lot of thought Drew Brees was the one trying to force it to Jimmy Graham all the time. A lot of his picks were when he was trying to let Graham make a play. He doesn't spread it like he used to. He just doesn't seem as magical as he once did.

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Audiotom 1000 Posts + Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 1,094 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" Jimmy W love you, welcome back! Focus on blocking, making the defensive backs pass interference more obvious and separation at the line. Maybe Champ Bailey could teach you a thing or two. If you do go for a td celebration how about running up to the goal post and just touching the ball lightly to the center upright

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,572	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" Originally Posted by Audiotom Jimmy W love you, welcome back! Focus on blocking, making the defensive backs pass interference more obvious and separation at the line. Maybe Champ Bailey could teach you a thing or two. If you do go for a td celebration how about running up to the goal post and just touching the ball lightly to the center upright If trying to focus on anything else lessens his ability to make plays I would be forced to disagree.

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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,751	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" Originally Posted by AsylumGuido If trying to focus on anything else lessens his ability to make plays I would be forced to disagree. He had trouble with drops, worked on it and improved He had trouble breaking tackles, worked on it and improved I fully expect he will improve his blocking as well as his breaking jams and holds by physical CB's. This kid loves to improve his game and hasn't given any reason to anybody that he won't keep improving all aspects of his game. SaintFanInATLHELL, SmashMouth and Mr.Riaton like this.

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,572	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" Originally Posted by Danno He had trouble with drops, worked on it and improved He had trouble breaking tackles, worked on it and improved I fully expect he will improve his blocking as well as his breaking jams and holds by physical CB's. This kid loves to improve his game and hasn't given any reason to anybody that he won't keep improving all aspects of his game. No, he never had trouble with drops when healthy. His drop percentage in 2011 was only 3.4% with five total drops. In 2013 it was 2.1% with three drops. The perception that he had drop problems were based upon the 2012 season when he played with the bad wrist. That year he dropped one out of every ten opportunities (over 10%), yet he was tough enough to keep playing through the injury.

07-16-2014, 06:44 PM	#9
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,751	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" Originally Posted by AsylumGuido No, he never had trouble with drops when healthy. His drop percentage in 2011 was only 3.4% with five total drops. In 2013 it was 2.1% with three drops. The perception that he had drop problems were based upon the 2012 season when he played with the bad wrist. That year he dropped one out of every ten opportunities (over 10%), yet he was tough enough to keep playing through the injury. If you attribute the drops to the wrist injury, then sure. And I might add staying healthy to the list of things I expect him to improve on.

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Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,133	Re: Jimmy Graham: "I want to help bring another Lombardi Trophy to New Orleans" I'm down with you Jimmy..........go get it.

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