The Facts:
Of course, Drew Brees wishes his most productive target, Graham, was on the practice field when the New Orleans Saints opened their mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. Yet with the status of the star tight end twisting in the winds of a franchise tag dispute, Brees is forced to deal with the reality of Graham's absence. Without a contract, Graham isn't required to attend the mandatory three-day camp. "I'd hate to not have Jimmy," Brees said. "I'm very confident that a deal will get done. But if it doesn't, you worry about what you do have and who you do have out there."
Reported by USA Today
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Last season, Graham led the Saints with 86 catches, 1,215 yards and 16 touchdowns. Brees realizes better than most of us what Graham brings the offense. But he also knows the offense can work without Graham if it comes right down to it. "I expect to have him, but it's just like if he gets injured," Brees said. "What happens if he gets hurt? You've got to roll without him. The one game he was hurt back in 2012, I think we threw for about 400 (yards). So you find other ways to make the system work. ..." Fantasy football owners shouldn't expect it to come to that, but it's comforting to hear.
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