The New Orleans Saints currently expect tight end Jimmy Graham to be available for the team's Week 7 contest with the Detroit Lions, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Graham is not expected to start the game, but according to Larry Holder of NOLA.com, there is a good chance the team employs him primarily in the red zone. Graham faced a similar situation in 2013 while dealing with a foot injury. He was limited leading up to Week 8 and was given fairly limited snaps, which resulted in two touchdowns.
Jimmy Graham injury status: Saints TE expected to play, provides decent fantasy option
New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham is expected to play against the Detroit Lions, but could be limited in snaps. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Fantasy impact: The Saints are an early kickoff, so you will know quickly whether or not Graham is active. If he is active, you should start him in your lineup. If he only gets red zone snaps there is always the concern that the Saints do not in fact spend much time in the red zone. This is a team that struggles on the road, and they are traveling to face a Detroit Lions squad that is playing solid football. That being said, Graham is a guy you start if you do not have a top notch plan B.
