# Brandon Graham Calls It a Career & The Jalen Hurts QB Debate

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Podcast: [94WIP Middays with Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio](https://stenobird.com/podcast/94wip-middays-with-hugh-douglas-and-joe-giglio-947819)
Published: 2026-09-08T16:52:37+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2220

## Resource

Joe and Hugh react to breaking news from Brandon Graham, who announced his official retirement from football. They also analyze a recent NFL executive poll ranking quarterbacks where Jalen Hurts received surprisingly low support, and debate if the Phillies should retaliate against Ronald Acuña Jr. (00:01:32) Phillies Rivalry & Acuña Debate (00:05:31) Howie Roseman On Jalen Hurts (00:09:33) Chris Simms Criticizes Hurts (00:15:34) Eagles Offensive Performance Expectations (00:23:01) Brandon Graham Announces Retirement (00:27:06) Jalen Hurts QB Ranking Poll

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