Corey Graham facts for kids
Graham with the Chicago Bears in 2011
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| Position: | Safety/Cornerback | ||||||||||||
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| Born: | July 25, 1985 Buffalo, New York, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||||||||||||
| Weight: | 196 lb (89 kg) | ||||||||||||
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| High school: | Turner-Carroll (Buffalo, New York) |
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| College: | New Hampshire | ||||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 2007 / Round: 5 / Pick: 168 | ||||||||||||
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Corey Dewayne Graham (born July 25, 1985) is an American former football player. He played as a safety and cornerback in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at New Hampshire Wildcats. The Chicago Bears picked him in the 2007 NFL draft.
Corey also played for the Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, and Philadelphia Eagles. He was chosen for the Pro Bowl once. He also won the Super Bowl championship two times!
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College Career
Corey Graham went to the University of New Hampshire. There, he played football for the New Hampshire Wildcats football team.
Professional Career
Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears chose Corey Graham in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL draft. He was the 168th player picked overall.
In 2008, Graham became a starting cornerback for the Bears. He played alongside Charles Tillman. On October 19, 2008, Corey got his first career interception. He caught a pass from Minnesota Vikings quarterback Gus Frerotte. That season, Graham made 91 tackles.
In 2011, Graham was picked for his first Pro Bowl. This is a special game for the best players in the NFL. That season, he had 16 tackles, blocked three passes, forced a fumble, and caught three interceptions.
Baltimore Ravens
Corey Graham joined the Baltimore Ravens on March 23, 2012. He hoped to play more defense with the Ravens. He also wanted to keep playing well on special teams.
At first, Graham did not play much defense. But other players got hurt, like Lardarius Webb and Jimmy Smith. This helped Corey get more time on the field.
Graham became a star in a playoff game against the Denver Broncos. This game was called the "Mile High Miracle." Corey caught two passes from famous quarterback Peyton Manning. He also made 8 tackles. Graham returned his first interception 39 yards for a touchdown! This gave the Ravens a 14–7 lead. His second interception happened in overtime. It led to the Ravens winning the game with a field goal. The Ravens won 38–35.
Corey Graham said joining the Ravens was one of the best choices he ever made. On February 3, 2013, he won his first Super Bowl ring. The Ravens beat the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII.
Buffalo Bills
On March 12, 2014, Graham signed a four-year contract with the Buffalo Bills. In his first year, he played as a cornerback and on special teams. Later, under coach Rex Ryan, he became a starting safety.
On March 10, 2017, the Bills let Graham go from the team. This happened after they signed two new safeties.
Philadelphia Eagles
Corey Graham signed a one-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles on August 3, 2017. He joined his former teammates Torrey Smith and Dannell Ellerbe. Graham won his second Super Bowl ring when the Eagles beat the New England Patriots 41-33 in Super Bowl LII. In that game, Graham made five tackles.
On August 5, 2018, Graham signed another one-year deal with the Eagles.
Images for kids
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Corey Graham with the Chicago Bears in 2011
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Graham at Navy–Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in 2012.
See also
In Spanish: Corey Graham para niños
