On Tuesday, the New Orleans Saints announced that tight end Jimmy Graham had rejoined the team after being detained by police during a medical episode. Graham had been held in police custody for several hours while medical personnel evaluated him.
The incident occurred on Monday when Graham was seen walking erratically in the parking lot of a local business. Witnesses called the police, who responded to the scene. After questioning Graham, they determined that he was having a medical episode and transported him to a nearby hospital for evaluation.
Graham was released from police custody after being cleared by medical personnel. The Saints released a statement saying that they were aware of the incident and were in contact with Graham and his family. They also said that they were working with him to ensure he had the necessary support and resources.
The Saints have not released any further information about the incident or Graham’s condition. However, they did say that they are committed to providing him with the support he needs to ensure his health and safety.
This is not the first time Graham has been in the news for a medical issue. In 2016, he was hospitalized after suffering a concussion during a game against the Carolina Panthers. He was later cleared to return to play, but the incident raised questions about the safety of the game and the need for better protocols to protect players from head injuries.
It is unclear at this time what caused Graham’s medical episode on Monday. However, it is clear that the Saints are taking the situation seriously and are doing all they can to help him. We wish Jimmy Graham all the best as he continues to receive treatment and support.
