Corey Graham is a former American football player who played as a cornerback and safety in the National Football League (NFL). He was born on April 15, 1985, in Buffalo, New York, and attended Turner-Carroll High School in Buffalo.
Graham played college football at the University of New Hampshire, where he was a standout player. He was named the Colonial Athletic Association Defensive Player of the Year in 2006 and was a two-time All-American.
Graham was selected by the Chicago Bears in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL Draft. He played for the Bears for five seasons, from 2007 to 2011, and was a key contributor on special teams. He also played as a backup cornerback and safety, and started several games due to injuries to other players.
In 2012, Graham signed with the Baltimore Ravens as a free agent. He played for the Ravens for two seasons, from 2012 to 2013, and was a key member of the team's defense. He played as a nickel cornerback and safety, and helped the Ravens win Super Bowl XLVII in 2013.
After his stint with the Ravens, Graham signed with the Buffalo Bills in 2014. He played for the Bills for three seasons, from 2014 to 2016, and was a starting cornerback for the team. He also played on special teams and was a team captain.
In 2017, Graham signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as a free agent. He played for the Eagles for two seasons, from 2017 to 2018, and was a key member of the team's defense. He played as a nickel cornerback and safety, and helped the Eagles win Super Bowl LII in 2018.
Throughout his career, Graham was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions. He was also a standout special teams player and was named to the Pro Bowl in 2011 as a special teams player.
Graham retired from the NFL in 2019 after 12 seasons. He finished his career with 611 tackles, 18 interceptions, and 5.5 sacks. He also scored two touchdowns, one on an interception return and one on a blocked punt return.
Off the field, Graham was known for his charitable work and community involvement. He established the Corey Graham Elite Football Camp, which provides free football instruction to young athletes in his hometown of Buffalo. He also supported various charities and was named the Ravens' Walter Payton Man of the Year in 2013 for his community service.
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