Seahawks Ex Jimmy Graham Arrest: Result of 'Seizure,' Saints Say

Seahawks ex Jimmy Graham has been arrested while reportedly wandering the streets of Los Angeles, an incident that is now being described by the Saints as the result of Graham having suffered a seizure.

Former Seattle Seahawks tight end Jimmy Graham was arrested on Friday on the suspicion of being under the influence of a controlled substance while reportedly wandering the streets of Los Angeles, an incident that is now being described as the result of Graham having suffered a seizure.

The arrest, which occurred after Graham allegedly resisted, delayed and obstructed a police officer, according to law enforcement officials, happened near a Southern California resort.

Graham, 36 and a five-time Pro Bowler - two of those with the Seahawks - now plays for the New Orleans Saints, who are in L.A. for a weekend preseason meeting with the Chargers. and the team is now saying he suffered through a medical episode.

The Saints have released a statement as of Saturday afternoon and said the tight end suffered from a “likely seizure.”

“New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham experienced a medical episode ... which resulted in him becoming disoriented,” the team said. “He was taken into custody by local authorities and transported to a local hospital for evaluation for what Dr. John Amoss believes to be a likely seizure and spent the night under medical supervision and testing.

“Amos met Graham at the hospital and is overseeing his care at this time. He was released this morning and is with the team as they continue preparations for Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers.”

Graham, working to revive his career after having sat out the 2022 season, has since been released by police and the incident is under investigation.

The Saints remain in California to prepare for their preseason matchup against the Chargers on Sunday at SoFi Stadium, though the game could be impacted as Hurricane Hilary heads toward that part of the state.

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