Jimmy Graham isn't satisfied with the NFL's ruling. The New Orleans Saints star has appealed the league's decision that he's a tight end for franchise-tag purposes, NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Monday, per a source with knowledge of the situation. Graham wishes to be considered a wide receiver. Graham filed the appeal just before the Monday night deadline. A three-member appeals panel will oversee the case under the rules of the collective bargaining agreement. Arbitrator Stephen Burbank ruled last week that Graham is indeed a tight end. Under the franchise tag for the position, Graham would make $7.053 million in 2014, compared to $12.3 million for receivers. Graham had filed a grievance arguing that he should be designated as a wide receiver because he spent more time out wide and in the slot than at the line of scrimmage. Drew Brees' favorite target was electric (when healthy) in 2013, posting 86 catches for 1,215 yards and 16 touchdowns. He's led the league in touchdowns over the previous three years combined. It would be wise for the Saints to lock up Graham long term, but as of last week the sides were at "ground zero" in negotiations, per Rapoport. Graham has yet to sign his tender, and the deadline for franchise players to reach long term deals is Tuesday. Source: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap20...ing-that-hes-a-tight-end?campaign=Twitter_atl
