Professional Career
Graf (6 ft 5 in and 239 lbs.) was drafted in the second round (43rd pick) of the 1987 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins. In late July 1987, after missing several days of training camp, he signed his first contract with the Miami Dolphins. Graf became a starter during his rookie year, the 1987 NFL season.
Seven other Wisconsin football players were drafted along with Graf in the 1987 NFL draft. They include: Nate Odomes (Buffalo), Tim Jordan (New England), Michael Reid (Atlanta), Joe Armentrout (Tampa Bay), Craig Raddatz (Cincinnati), Bobby Taylor (also Miami), and Larry Emery (Atlanta).
Graf played for the Miami Dolphins (1986-1990), the Houston Oilers (1991-92), and the Washington Redskins (1993-94). He was forced to retire after a severe neck injury suffered in the last pre-season game with the Redskins.
Graf is an active member of the Minnesota Chapter of the National Football League Alumni organization.
- In 1988, Graf was named Favorite Son of Madison by the Pen and Mike Club.
- In 2002, Graf was enshrined to the Madison Sports Hall of Fame.
Graf resides in Edina, Minnesota, and his wife and their three children Kathryn, Derek, and Christine.
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| Name | Graf, Rick |
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| Short description | American football player |
| Date of birth | August 29, 1964 |
| Place of birth | Iowa City, Iowa |
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