Professional Career
Graham entered the NFL by signing as an undrafted free agent with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in April 2003 and spent most of the 2003 NFL season and part of the 2004 season on the team's practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster in October 2004.
Graham led the Bucs in rushing yards during the 2004, 2005, and 2006 preseasons, leading former coach Jon Gruden to dub him "Mr. August". However, he was not given the opportunity to carry the ball once the regular season began. Instead, Graham played extensively on special teams, leading the team in special teams tackles in 2005 and 2006.
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