Injury could be serious

The thumb injury Graham suffered in Thursday's 27-24 loss to the Seahawks is "feared to be serious," Mike Silver of NFL.com reports.

Analysis: Few details regarding Graham's setback have been revealed, but he was not able to return to the contest after suffering the injury and it appears he could miss more time. Those with Graham on their fantasy squads will at least want to start considering other options at tight end. If Graham's injury does indeed cost him more action, all three of Green Bay's other tight ends -- Lance Kendricks, Marcedes Lewis and Robert Tonyan -- would have a chance to be more involved on offense.

Ruled out for remainder of game

Graham (thumb) has been ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's game against the Seahawks.

Analysis: Graham jammed his thumb in Seattle player's facemask while blocking for a screen pass late in the second quarter and went back to the locker room after not being able to fit his glove on his hand. Before exiting the contest, he recorded one reception for 13 yards. Look for more updates on his status to come next week when the Packers resume practice.

Exits Thursday's game

Graham is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Seahawks with a thumb injury.

Analysis: Graham appeared to get his hand caught in an opposing player's facemask while blocking for a screen pass late in the second quarter. If the veteran tight end remains out, expect Lance Kendricks and Robert Tonyan, who already has a 54-yard touchdown reception to his name in Thursday's contest, to see a larger role in the passing game.

Cleared for Week 11

Graham (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Thursday's game in Seattle.

Analysis: Graham opened the week as a non-participant on back-to-back injury reports, but a return to full practice participation Wednesday has paved the way for the tight end to be available this week, as per usual. It'll be tough sledding for Graham, though, while he takes on a Seahawks defense that has given up a combined 11 catches for 101 yards and two touchdowns to tight ends over the last three contests.

Held out of practice Tuesday

Graham (knee) didn't practice Tuesday, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

Analysis: Instead, Graham was contained to a stationary bike in the part of Tuesday's session open to the media, per Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site. Unlike Randall Cobb (knee), Graham is taking the team flight to Seattle. However, the tight end's status will remain a question mark until the release of Wednesday's injury report and potentially until the team posts its inactive list about 90 minutes before Thursday's 8:20 PM ET kickoff.

Listed as non-participant Monday

Graham (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Graham's inclusion isn't a surprise, as his reps typically are under some sort of cap on the first practice report of each week. Expect the 31-year-old to get on the field over the next two days with an eye on Thursday's game in Seattle, whose defense has done an admirable job of containing tight ends this season.

Quiet in victory

Graham caught one pass for 14 yards in Sunday's victory over the Dolphins.

Analysis: Graham's production has seemingly fluctuated on a week-to-week basis all season, and that remained the case Week 10, as he followed up a 55-yard-and-a-touchdown showing Week 9 with his fewest receiving yards since Week 1. Some of that likely had to do with a lack of opportunity, as Graham was on the field for just 68 percent of the Packers' offensive snaps -- his lowest number of the season -- likely a response to the practice session he sat out Wednesday because of his sore knee. Graham will…read more

Cleared for Week 10

Graham (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Graham continues to have his reps scaled back early in the week to help him stay healthy throughout the year. It's interesting to see Randall Cobb (hamstring) listed as questionable after a mid-week setback, considering Graham averaged 8.3 targets and 67 yards in the three games Cobb missed earlier this season.

Practices in limited fashion

Graham (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: The Packers have been managing Graham's practice reps carefully all season due to the listed knee issue, though it's never put his status in serious jeopardy for any given week. The expectation remains that Graham will be on the field Sunday against the Dolphins to handle the bulk of the snaps at tight end for Green Bay.

Back at practice Thursday

Graham (knee) returned to practice Thursday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Despite being listed with a knee injury, Graham received a veritable veteran's day off Wednesday. His presence at practice Thursday was expected, but his activity level won't be known until the Packers release their second Week 10 injury report.

No practice reps Wednesday

Graham (knee) didn't practice Wednesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Graham's absence was forecast at the beginning of the session, when he appeared to be a spectator, per Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. However, Graham has routinely had some sort of limitation on his practice reps to kick off a given week, only to ditch the designation by the release of the final injury report. There's no indication Graham is in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Dolphins, so expect his availability to be confirmed by the end of the week.

Catches touchdown in loss

Graham caught four passes (six targets) for 55 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-17 loss to the Patriots.

Analysis: Graham bounced back from last week's one-catch dud with a strong fantasy line Sunday. The veteran tight end is no longer the dynamic downfield threat he once was, but he has turned in TE1 numbers in three of the last four contests. Tight end production has fallen off so much this year that Graham should be considered a top option almost every week even if he is a shell of his former self.

Cleared to face New England

Graham (knee) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game at New England, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Analysis: A regular on the injury report, Graham has played at least 71 percent of the snaps every week this season, but his production hasn't been nearly as consistent as his playing time. He'll face a New England defense that gave up huge games to the Colts' Eric Ebron and the Bears' Trey Burton in October, though the Pats did limit Kansas City's Travis Kelce to five catches for 61 yards on nine targets in Week 6.

Logs limited practice Wednesday

Graham (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: With a maintenance plan in place for the 31-year-old tight end, Graham is kicking off Week 9 preparations as he normally does. His production has oscillated from game to game, though, as he's recorded more than 70 yards three times and less than 25 yards three other times in his first seven appearances with the Packers.

Neutralized as Packers fall back to .500

Graham collected one reception for 21 yards during a 29-27 loss to the Rams on Sunday.

Analysis: Graham cooled off in Week 8, as he was contained to fewer than 25 receiving yards for the third time this season. The veteran tight end came into Sunday's tilt with the Rams having amassed 180 yards on 19 targets over the preceding two games, but Los Angeles' talented defense was able to hold him to just one catch on four targets, often funneling extra attention to the big-bodied Graham in the red zone to keep him making an impact. Sunday presents a promising matchup for Graham in a New England…read more

Cleared for LA showdown

Graham (knee) doesn't have a designation on the final injury report for Sunday's game against the Rams, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: The Packers have been limiting Graham's workload in practice all season, but his availability for games has never been in serious question. He'll take aim at a Rams defense that's given up 8.6 yards per target on passes thrown to tight ends this season.

Limited Wednesday

Graham (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: In the three games prior to the Packers' Week 7 bye, Graham had some limitations in practice due to a knee injury. His reality appears to be the same after the week off, but it wouldn't surprise if he ditches the designation altogether by the release of Friday's injury report, as he did for all three of those aforementioned contests.

Tops 100 yards in win

Graham caught five of nine targets for 104 yards in Monday night's 33-30 win over the 49ers.

Analysis: Graham enjoyed his best statistical performance as a Packer, ripping off a gain of 54 yards en route to his first 100-plus-yard outing. Overall, Graham only trailed top wideout Davante Adams in all receiving categories, making his presence felt among an inexperienced group of pass catchers. Fresh off another encouraging outing, Graham enters Green Bay's bye week with solid momentum.

Returns to full practice

Graham (knee) was a full participant in Friday's practice.

Analysis: Graham returned without any limitations after getting a maintenance day to start the practice week. He's locked in as one of the more reliable options at tight end, heading into a Week 6 matchup with the 49ers on Monday Night Football. The Niners have surrendered four touchdowns to Graham's position in five weeks, despite facing three teams (DET, LAC, ARI) that have barely used their tight ends in the passing game. San Francisco did limit Kyle Rudolph to one reception (a touchdown) in the…read more

Sitting out practice

Graham (knee) isn't participating in Thursday's practice, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Along with Graham, quarterback Aaron Rodgers (knee) was withheld from team work in the Packers' first session of the week, but it's suspected that both players were merely receiving maintenance. The knee issue isn't a new concern for Graham, whose practice reps have been capped the past couple of weeks while he's managed the issue. Graham was able to avoid a questionable tag heading into both of the past two games, so it's expected that he'll follow a similar path in advance of Monday's tilt…read more

Strong showing in Week 5 loss

Graham brought in six of 11 targets for 76 yards in the Packers' 31-23 loss to the Lions on Sunday.

Analysis: As expected with both Randall Cobb (hamstring) and Geronimo Allison (concussion/hamstring) out of action, Graham played a prominent role, seeing a season-high number of targets. The 31-year-old tight end has been a steady option for Aaron Rodgers thus far, posting at least five catches in three of the past four games, and over 70 yards twice. Graham should continue enjoying a secure role in the Packers offense as the season unfolds, although he's less likely to see the volume he enjoyed Sunday…read more

Steers clear of injury designation

Graham (knee) was listed as a full participant in Friday's practice.

Analysis: The activity allowed Graham to avoid an injury designation heading into the weekend, ensuring he'll be available to fill his usual role as the Packers' starting tight end Sunday in Detroit. After recording his first touchdown of the season a week earlier against Buffalo, Graham could have a good opportunity to build on that performance in Week 5. One of the Packers' three starting wideouts, Randall Cobb (hamstring), has already been ruled out for the contest, and the other two starters, Davante…read more

Limited at Thursday's practice

Graham (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Graham has replicated his practice participation from a week ago, when he received a "maintenance" day for a knee injury Wednesday before returning Thursday in a limited fashion. He was removed from the injury report entirely Friday and went on to record his first touchdown in a Packers uniform this past Sunday against the Bills. If he's cleared for Sunday's game at Detroit, he'll take on a Lions defense that has surrendered 8.0 YPT and two touchdowns to tight ends this season.

Set to practice Thursday

Coach Mike McCarthy said Graham (knee) would participate in Thursday's practice, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: McCarthy didn't specify what Graham's level of involvement in the session would be, but more clarity on that front should arrive later Thursday when the team releases its practice report. Even if Graham faces some restrictions in practice, it would still amount to a positive step forward for the tight end, who was held out Wednesday for maintenance purposes. It's expected that Graham will be ready to go by the time Sunday's game against the Lions arrives, and he could be in store for a more…read more

Tending to knee injury

Graham didn't practice Wednesday due to a knee injury, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Last Wednesday, Graham was also withheld from the Packers' first practice session of the week, with coach Mike McCarthy labeling the tight end's absence as a day of "maintenance." Graham followed it up with limited participation Thursday and Friday, but was cleared of an injury designation on the Packers' final Week 4 injury report. He'll aim to do the same this week after recording his first touchdown of the season in last Sunday's win over the Bills.

Not present at Wednesday's practice

Graham wasn't present at practice Wednesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: It's unclear if Graham is dealing with an injury or merely getting a veteran day off. The tight end missed last Wednesday's session for maintenance due to a knee concern, but ultimately suited up for Sunday's 22-0 win over the Bills. The reason for his absence will be revealed when the Packers release their first Week 5 injury report later Wednesday.

Finally scores TD in Packers uniform

Graham caught three of six targets for 21 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 22-0 win over the Bills.

Analysis: Graham opened the scoring with a three-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter. The veteran tight end was expected to make plenty of trips to the end zone with Aaron Rodgers and the high-octane Packers offense after finding paydirt 10 times with the Seahawks last year, but this was only his first score of the season. He'll try to build off this performance against the Lions in Week 5.

Removed from injury report

Graham (knee) has been removed from the injury report for Sunday's game against the Bills, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Graham was held out of practice Wednesday and restricted to limited participation Thursday and Friday. He often followed a similar routine during his time in Seattle to keep his body fresh for Sundays. With Randall Cobb (hamstring) shaping up as truly questionable, the Packers may need a bit more from Graham than his current average of 6.3 targets per game.

Advances to limited work

Coach Mike McCarthy said that Graham (knee) would be a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Analysis: It's a good sign for Graham after the knee injury prevented him from practicing Wednesday, though the Packers never seemed especially concerned about the tight end's availability for the Week 4 matchup with the Bills. Per Owczarski, McCarthy labeled Graham's absence as "maintenance," suggesting that the 31-year-old has probably just been managing some minor soreness coming out of Sunday's loss to the Redskins.

Comes down with knee injury

Graham didn't practice Wednesday due to a knee injury, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Analysis: With the injury in tow, Graham joins quarterback Aaron Rodgers (knee) as a non-participant to begin Week 4 preparations. Rodgers has yet to find the tight end in the end zone through three games, and Graham's own health issue places a cloud over his availability for Sunday's contest against the Bills. Nevertheless, Graham, like Rodgers, has two more chances to take the practice field and thus alleviate concerns about his potential to play this weekend.

Doesn't practice Wednesday

Graham wasn't present at Wednesday's practice, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: The reason for Graham's absence won't be known until the Packers release their first Week 4 injury report, so it's unclear if he's tending to an injury or merely receiving a personal day. In his first campaign with the Packers, Graham ranks third on the team in targets (19), but with 7.8 yards per target and no touchdowns through three games, he's been a slight disappointment.

Snags five passes in loss

Graham snared five of seven targets for 45 yards in the Packers' 31-17 loss to the Redskins on Sunday.

Analysis: Graham was third on the team in receptions and targets, tying Ty Montgomery in the latter category. The veteran tight end has proven to be a reasonably good fit within the Packers offense thus far, parlaying 19 looks into 13 receptions for 148 yards (11.4 YPC). Graham has yet to find the end zone, but given Aaron Rodgers' history with tight-end usage in the red zone and Graham's own nose for the goal line, some touchdowns should be forthcoming. He'll look to break through in a favorable matchup…read more

Leads team in receiving versus Vikings

Graham caught six of eight targets for 95 yards during Sunday's 29-29 tie with the Vikings.

Analysis: Graham finished second on the team in targets and led the team in receiving yardage while posting a long gain of 34 yards. He appeared to score his first touchdown as a Packer midway through the third quarter, only to see it nullified by a holding penalty. Nevertheless, it was an excellent bounce-back performance for Graham, who managed just eight yards on two receptions in the season opener. Perhaps Aaron Rodgers' knee injury has shifted his focus more to short and intermediate pass catchers…read more

Quiet in Packers debut

Graham caught two passes for eight yards in Sunday's victory over the Bears.

Analysis: Graham made little impact in his Packers debut as Aaron Rodgers mainly honed in on his top three wide receivers, who caught a total of 19 passes. Graham figures to do most of his damage in the red zone this season, and the Packers rarely found themselves in that spot Sunday night. They should do that plenty though, as long as Rodgers remains on the field, so Graham should have ample opportunities to up the production down the road.

Likely out Friday

Graham isn't expected to suit up for Friday's preseason game at Oakland, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Graham rewarded the Packers in his debut for the green and gold last Thursday, parlaying a red-zone look from Aaron Rodgers into an eight-yard touchdown. The coaching staff likely was envisioning such connections upon Graham signing with the organization in March, but his next chance to do so should come in the season opener Sunday, Sept. 9 against the Bears.

Scores on only catch Thursday

Graham (knee) brought in his only target for an eight-yard touchdown in the Packers' 51-34 preseason win over the Steelers on Thursday.

Analysis: Graham's official Packers debut was brief but rewarding. He gave the Lambeau faithful ample reason for preseason celebration courtesy of an eight-yard scoring connection with Aaron Rodgers in the first quarter, extending the Packers' early lead to 13-0 at the time. The multi-time Pro Bowler projects as one of Rodgers' top targets in the coming season, and he'll look to continue building chemistry with the quarterback against the Raiders a week from Friday in Green Bay's "dress rehearsal" game.

In line to play Thursday

Graham (knee) is in uniform for Thursday's preseason game against the Steelers, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Graham was among a group of skill-position players to sit out last Thursday's exhibition versus the Titans, but he'll join Aaron Rodgers and (likely) Randall Cobb (ankle) for approximately one possession this time around. The Packers' big offseason splash, Graham (6-foot-7, 265 pounds) provides Rodgers with a red-zone weapon the likes he hasn't had in his incredibly efficient career.

Returns to drills

Graham (knee) returned to practice Sunday, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Analysis: Graham has been tending to a knee injury for a brief spell, missing out on his first chance to make an in-game impact as a Packer. His next chance to do so arrives Thursday against the Steelers, assuming he's cleared to play.

Not playing Thursday

Graham (knee) isn't in uniform for Thursday's preseason game against the Titans, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

Analysis: Graham didn't take the practice field Tuesday due to a minor knee injury, which presumably is the reason for his absence. Lance Kendricks and Marcedes Lewis will thus handle TE reps with the first-team offense, but less experienced hands like Emanuel Byrd and Robert Tonyan are poised to receive the most run at the position Thursday. Graham's next chance to make his first impact as a Packer arrives next Thursday, Aug. 16 versus the Steelers.

Dealing with minor knee injury

Graham missed Tuesday's practice with a minor knee injury, Michael Cohen of The Athletic Wisconsin reports.

Analysis: Graham collided with a teammate during Monday's practice and presumably will be held out of Thursday's preseason game against the Titans. He should still have a chance to play before the end of the preseason, and he's already had quite a bit of time to build chemistry with Aaron Rodgers during training camp. Graham can be considered day-to-day.

Not spotted at practice

Graham (undisclosed) was not spotted at practice Tuesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Per the report, Graham was slow to get up after getting tangled up with a teammate during Monday's practice. While the tight end completed that session, he's not out there Tuesday, quite possibly for precautionary reasons.

Graham believes he can replicate his production from his time with the Saints, noting that he's "still 6-[foot]-7 and can still run a 4.5 [40-yard dash]," Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Graham technically ran a 4.56 40 time while checking in at 6-foot-6, 260 pounds at the 2010 NFL Scouting Combine, but there's little reason to doubt the broader idea that he's still one of the most athletic tight ends in the league. The Packers apparently believe that to be the case, as they signed the 31-year-old to a three-year, $30 million contract in mid-March, right around the time veteran wideout Jordy Nelson was released. Green Bay does have a way to get out of the deal after one season,…read more

Officially a Packer

Graham's three-year contract with the Packers is official, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Graham had only eight scores in 27 games his first two seasons in Seattle, then suffered a massive drop off in efficiency (9.1 yards per catch, 5.3 per target) while hitting paydirt 10 times last year. He'll have a shot to put it all together in Green Bay, where he'll join forces with Aaron Rodgers, Davante Adams and Randall Cobb in a passing game that no longer has Jordy Nelson around to hog red-zone targets. The 31-year-old tight end isn't the same player he was during his peak years in New…read more

Signing with Packers

The Packers are slated to sign Graham when free agency officially opens Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: This marks the first foray into free agency of the Brian Gutekunst era. Once Graham puts pen to paper on the three-year contract, the Packers will bolster their ranks with one of the better receiving tight ends in the NFL. Although he hasn't surpassed 1,000 yards since 2013, he remains a beast in the red zone, as evidenced by a league-leading 27 targets in the region last season. Such volume translated to 10 touchdowns, which may be his floor working with Aaron Rodgers in 2018, assuming good…read more

Not expected to re-sign

Graham isn't expected to re-sign with the Seahawks, Tom Pelissero of NFL.com reports.

Analysis: After struggling to make an impact in the red zone his first two years in Seattle, the 31-year-old tight end scored 10 times last season but only caught 57 of 98 targets for 520 yards (5.3 per target). The cap-strapped Seahawks probably prefer to go cheaper at tight end, while TE-needy teams with more flexibility should still be willing to make a significant financial commitment for a stab at Graham's upside. The Saints reportedly are interested in a reunion.

Graham tied for second in the NFL with a position-leading 10 touchdown receptions in 2017, but he posted career lows in yards per reception (9.1) and yards per target (5.4).

Analysis: Absent a short-yardage running game, the Seahawks fed Graham at the goal line. He led the league in targets inside the 10-yard line (16) and inside the 5 (14). But the Seahawks didn't get much out of him between the 20s. His non-RZ targets accounted for just 75 percent of his total, the lowest among tight ends with at least 40 targets. That led to his fewest receptions (57) and yards (520) since his rookie season when he had only 44 targets. Graham didn't help himself, either, as he led tight…read more

Graham posted three receptions (on six targets) for 45 yards during Sunday's 26-24 loss to the Cardinals.

Analysis: Graham was notoriously hit or miss in 2017. In the first two games of the season, he tallied four catches for nine yards on 10 targets. He followed up the early dry stretch with 133 yards in the next two contests, only to kick off an eight-game stretch in which he scored nine touchdowns. His yards per target was never up to his standard throughout the campaign, even during this span, when he countered a 24.3-percent TD rate with a measly 5.8 YPT. During the all-important stretch between Weeks…read more

Cleared for Week 17

Graham (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: Per usual, Graham missed some practice time during the week but was never in any actual danger of sitting out a game. He's caught just two of five targets for two yards the past three games, though he did at least venture back into the end zone in last week's 21-12 win over the Cowboys. Graham caught six of nine targets for 27 yards and two scores in a 22-16 win over the Cardinals in Week 10.

No practice Wednesday

Graham (knee) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: The Seahawks offense has fallen flat the last two contests, but Graham's barren stretch actually extends one game further. Commanding an immense six targets during that three-game stretch, he redeemed himself Sunday at Dallas with a second-quarter touchdown, his first and only catch of Week 16. He may log another "rest" day Thursday before making an appearance Friday, after which his status for the regular-season finale will be revealed.

Graham caught his only target for a three-yard touchdown against Dallas on Sunday.

Analysis: Russell Wilson was only able to throw for 93 yards in this game, so Graham's limited role was of no fault of his own. Wilson should have a bigger game against the Cardinals this week, which should hopefully put Graham in position to post more yardage from scrimmage.

Fine to face Cowboys

Graham (knee) isn't listed on the final injury report for Sunday's game in Dallas, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

Analysis: Graham followed a slightly different practice routine this week, logging full participation instead of his usual absence Wednesday. The Seahawks may have wanted him to get a few extra reps as he tries to break out of an ugly slump in which he's caught just one pass for a loss of one yard over the past two games. Graham still leads the league with 15 targets from inside the 10-yard line, but he's producing just 5.2 yards per target and has committed more drops (seven) than any other tight end.…read more

Graham (knee), who was held to a career-low minus-1 yards in Sunday's loss to the Rams, has seven dropped passes this season, second in the league and most among tight ends.

Analysis: Graham dropped a pass Sunday that would have went for at least 20 yards. In the last two weeks, Graham has one catch for minus-1 yards on five targets. He still leads tight ends in touchdowns with nine, but his 472 yards ranks 15th and his 8.9 yards per catch is a career low by nearly two yards -- the Seahawks just don't use him much between the 20s. It would be surprising if the Seahawks re-signed him next season at $10 million-plus.

Takes day off Thursday

Graham (knee) was a non-participant at practice Thursday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of SeattlePI.com reports.

Analysis: Instead of take his day off Wednesday, Graham was a "full participant" at the walk-through session. Thursday's schedule included an actual practice, though, so the Seahawks allowed the tight end to give his knee a respite. Expect Graham to fit in at least some activity Friday before the team removes his designation entirely.

Graham (knee) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: The Seahawks have made a habit of holding Graham out of practice on Wednesdays and sometimes Thursdays, but they'll apparently take a different approach with the tight end coming off back-to-back duds. He caught one pass for a loss of one yard over the past two weeks, after averaging 4.8 catches for 46.4 yards and 0.9 touchdowns in his previous 10 games. Graham figures to bounce back, at least to some extent, in Sunday's road game against a Dallas team that's allowed opposing tight ends to post…read more

Cleared to face Rams

Graham (ankle) isn't on the final injury report for Sunday's game against the Rams, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: Per usual, the Seahawks limited Graham's practice workload in an effort to keep him fresh for Sunday. He'll be looking to bounce back from a zero-catch outing in last week's 30-24 loss to the Jaguars.

No activity Thursday

Graham (ankle) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: Graham theoretically regressed in terms of activity level, but the Seahawks held an actual practice Thursday after a walk-through Wednesday, so his lack of work isn't surprising in the least. Whether or not he leaves Week 15 prep with a designation, the touchdown machine seems like a safe enough play Sunday against a Rams defense that has surrendered seven TDs to tight ends in 13 games this season.

Listed as limited Wednesday

Graham (ankle) was limited at Wednesday's walk-through, Michael-Shawn Dugar of SeattlePI.com reports.

Analysis: Graham typically doesn't practice to kick off any given week, but only the seriously-injured Seahawks were non-participants Wednesday. There's a chance he'll be held out of a true practice, if one is held Thursday or Friday. If he emerges from Week 15 prep with a designation, he's nonetheless been good to go once game day rolls around this season. Look for Graham to bounce back Sunday against a Rams defense that allowed him to compile six catches (on eight targets) for 37 yards and one…read more

Graham was held without a catch on two targets Sunday in a loss at Jacksonville.

Analysis: It was the first time since 2014 Graham went without a reception and just the fourth time in his career he was shut out when targeted. The Seattle offense took more than a half to get going, but it's still surprising Russell Wilson couldn't get Graham more involved. Graham had a bad drop in the fourth quarter, too.

Will play Sunday

Graham (ankle) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game at Jacksonville, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: Graham's practice regimen didn't deviate much from the previous two weeks, and the Seahawks ended any question about his ability to play Sunday by taking away his injury designation. While Jacksonville's defense has been tough on tight ends this season, allowing four touchdowns in 12 games, Graham's rapport with Russell Wilson may be too much for this unit.

No practice Wednesday

Graham (ankle) was a non-participant in practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: Graham has been absent from most of the first practices of each week since the calendar turned to November, but rest and a newfound rapport with Russell Wilson has reaped dividends. Over the last eight games, Wilson has targeted Graham 21 times, nine of which have produced touchdowns. The frequent end-zone visits have offset averages of 4.6 receptions for 41.4 yards per game. Because the connection hasn't shown any sign of letting up, Graham is a must-start weekly, as long as he suits up.

Graham caught three of four targets for 26 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 24-10 victory over the Eagles.

Analysis: Graham continues to look like a reinvented version of the touchdown monster who totaled 46 scores in his final four seasons with the Saints. His recent scoring binge -- Graham's notched nine touchdowns in his past eight games -- doesn't seem to be a fluke either, considering the tight end leads the league in red-zone targets (24) and has seen at least one look from within the five-yard line in all but three games this year. He'll enter Week 14 as one of the best options at tight end despite an…read more

Available again Sunday

Graham (ankle) is listed as active Sunday versus the Eagles.

Analysis: At this point in the campaign, the red-zone monster doesn't require many practice reps in order to suit up on game day. Despite reaching the end zone eight times over the last seven games, he may have a tough time Sunday against a Philadelphia defense that has allowed tight ends to accrue only 10 catches for 92 yards and no touchdowns over the last four contests.

Listed as questionable again

Graham (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

Analysis: Graham seems to have fallen into a routine of barely practicing during the week and then being listed as questionable on the Seahawks' final injury report. It hasn't stopped him from scoring eight touchdowns in the past seven games, though the injuries might help to explain his career-low mark in yards per catch (9.1). Graham leads the league in both red-zone targets (23) and targets inside the 10-yard line (14).

Doesn't practice Wednesday

Graham (ankle) was a non-participant in Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: At this point, Graham's presence on the Seahawks' injury report is obligatory as the veteran manages a balky ankle. His health hasn't stopped him from reaching the end zone, as he's made eight visits over the last seven games. Even if he enters the weekend with a designation, Graham should be good to go Sunday against an Eagles defense that hasn't surrendered a touchdown to tight ends since Week 7.

Graham (ankle) caught three of six targets for 34 yard and a touchdown during Sunday's 24-13 win over the 49ers.

Analysis: Graham boxed his man out for a one-yard touchdown on a quick slant early in the fourth quarter to extend his scoring streak to three. After going scoreless for the first five games of the season, Graham has hauled in an absurd eight touchdowns over his last seven games and has been held out of the end zone just once in that span. He'll have a tough test if he wants to continue those good vibes with a date against the Eagles next week.

Active Week 12

Graham (ankle) is active for Sunday's game at San Francisco.

Analysis: After concluding the week with a full practice Friday, there was little question surrounding Graham's ability to take the field. The Seahawks' lack of a ground game has forced head coach Pete Carroll to trust in Russell Wilson more and more as the season has progressed. One of the residual effects has been frequent red-zone usage for Graham, who has received 18 targets in that region of the field over the last six games. With seven touchdowns during that span, he's a good bet to keep up the…read more

Expected to play Sunday

Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said he expects Graham (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, to play in the contest, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Graham was able to put in a full practice Friday, which erased most of the concern about his availability on a short week after the Seahawks played Monday night against the Falcons. With the Seahawks' ground game continuing to sputter, Carroll has leaned more heavily on quarterback Russell Wilson to spark the offense through the air, with Graham emerging as a favored target, particularly in the red zone. Graham has been targeted inside the 20-yard line a whopping 18 times in the last six games,…read more

Practices fully Friday

Graham (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest at San Francisco, was a full practice participant Friday.

Analysis: Graham was held out of drills Wednesday and Thursday, but after logging every rep to wrap up Week 12 prep, he was given the thumb's up from head coach Pete Carroll, who said the tight end is "fine," according to Brady Henderson of ESPN.com. Barring a setback, Graham should be available this weekend against a 49ers defense that has allowed a tight-end touchdown in each f the last four games.

Listed as questionable with ankle

Graham (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in San Francisco, Tim Booth of The Associated Press reports.

Analysis: Graham appeared to injure his ankle in Monday's 34-31 loss to the Falcons, but he re-entered the contest and finished with seven catches for 58 yards and a touchdown. His ability to return suggests the injury isn't serious, but the Seahawks nonetheless held him out of practice Wednesday and Thursday. Another update will be available once the Seahawks reveal whether Graham participated (and to what extent) in Friday's practice.

No go Wednesday

Graham (ankle) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's injury report, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: In his third season with the Seahawks, Graham's red-zone prowess is beginning to mimic that of his time with the Saints. In particular, he's scored seven touchdowns over the last six games, during which he's been targeted 18 times in the red zone. Regarding his health, Graham has appeared on the injury report almost weekly this season, so his availability for Sunday's game at San Francisco isn't really in question, unless he doesn't log a full practice by week's end.

Continues touchdown tear

Graham caught seven of 11 targets for 58 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 34-31 loss to the Falcons. He also hauled in a successful two-point conversion.

Analysis: Graham opened the scoring for Seattle with a four-yard touchdown during the first quarter. That end-zone trip not only gave Graham a seventh touchdown in the last six games, but also a new season-high mark since joining the Seahawks. Although he's topped 65 yards just once through 10 outings this season, Graham's torrid touchdown pace is reminiscent of his days in New Orleans, when he first surfaced as a fantasy star.

Graham (knee) put in a full practice Friday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of SeattlePI.com reports.

Analysis: The knee injury never presented much concern about Graham's availability for Monday's matchup with the Falcons, but the tight end's full practice Thursday likely removes any doubt that he'll play in Week 11. Graham hasn't cracked the 60-yard barrier in any of his last five outings, but has made up for it by being quarterback Russell Wilson's go-to option in the red zone. He's racked up six touchdowns on 13 red-zone targets over that span.

Limited Thursday

Graham (knee) was limited in Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: Graham's medical chart includes a torn patellar tendon in his right knee, which forced five DNPs at the end of the 2015 season and an entire offseason devoted to rehabilitation. In 25 regular-season games in the meantime, he's posted 8.1 YPT and 12 touchdowns while averaging 51.1 yards receiving per outing. Assuming he brushes off the current injury in time for Monday's game, Graham will look to become the second tight end this season to reach the end zone against the Falcons.

Graham brought in six of nine targets for 27 yards and two touchdowns in Thursday's 22-16 win over the Cardinals.

Analysis: The veteran tight end has now racked up all six of his touchdowns in the last five games, with Thursday's contest serving as his second multi-score outing in the last three weeks. Graham's yardage total was his lowest since Week 2, but as long as he continues displaying a nose for the end zone, he'll remain a viable fantasy asset in all formats. He'll look to keep his impressive scoring stretch going against the Falcons in Week 11.

Cleared for Thursday

Graham (ankle) was listed as a full practice participant Wednesday and doesn't have an injury designation for Thursday's game in Arizona, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

Analysis: Graham's absence from practice Monday and Tuesday created some concern, but it now seems the Seahawks were just managing his reps in an effort to avoid aggravating the nagging ankle injury that has bothered him throughout much of the season. The tight end started the season with a pair of clunkers, but he has since caught 29 of 44 targets for 319 yards and four touchdowns in six games, scoring at least 5.9 points in standard formats and 10.1 points in PPR formats each week.

Graham (ankle) was once again a non-participant at Tuesday's walk-through, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official website reports.

Analysis: Graham has been a consistent contributor on offense since suffering an early season ankle injury. He has now been unable to participate in either walk-through this week, which keeps his status for Thursday's game against the Cardinals up in the air. His level of participation at Wednesday's practice should shed more light on his availability for Week 10.

Graham (ankle) was a non-participant at Monday's walk-through, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: Graham has been on fire since injuring his ankle Week 2, gathering in 29 of 44 passes for 319 yards and four touchdowns over the past six contests. There's no indication Monday's absence is serious, but his status should still be monitored closely in advance of Thursday's divisional matchup in Arizona.

Sees touchdown streak end Sunday

Graham caught five of eight pass attempts for 59 yards in Seattle's 17-14 loss to Washington on Sunday.

Analysis: While Graham didn't score for the fourth consecutive week, he racked up more yards in this contest than he had since Week 4. With the offense having difficulty moving the ball for most of the game, he was held without a red-zone target for the first time since Week 2, although he did drop a two-point attempt late. He'll try to get back in the end zone again in Week 10 at Arizona.

Full session Thursday

Graham (ankle) practiced fully Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Analysis: Graham has bounced back from a brutal start to the season, hauling in 24 of 36 passes for 260 yards and four touchdowns over the last five games. With his health not in question Week 9, he'll take on a Redskins defense Sunday that has given up 13.9 YPC and three scores to tight ends after seven contests.