Jimmy Graham left Week 5's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers early with a shoulder injury after colliding with Lavonte David in the second quarter. Graham worked with trainers on the sideline immediately after the play, and although he went back in the game and caught a 23-yard pass shortly afterward, he ultimately ended the day early and headed back to the locker room for further testing.
Jimmy Graham exits with injury, fantasy status remains healthy
The Saints’ star tight end injured his shoulder in Week 5. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Initial reports indicate it's a sprained shoulder for Graham. The New Orleans Saints are on a bye in Week 6, and it's unclear if Graham will be back in the lineup for Week 7.
Fantasy impact: Graham’s status to return was probable at one point, but it appeared the pain was too much for him to play with for the rest of the game. New surrounding his injury isn’t alarming right now, which is good news for his status going forward.
Owners won’t have to worry about him at least for Week 6. Keep an eye on Graham’s participation in practice for Week 7.
