Jimmy Graham Will Row Across The Arctic Ocean For 15 Days In The Name of Charity

New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham ‘accepted’ the Arctic Challenge — a grueling 621-mile voyage across the Arctic Ocean. 

Graham, 37 wants to row, row, row his way to history — traversing a 15-day itinerary — and support a good cause along the way. Charities partaking in the event include the Jimmy Graham Foundation, Covenant House, and Laureus Sport for Good, with a common goal of providing opportunities to underprivileged youth. 

NEW ORLEANS, LA - OCTOBER 27:   Jimmy Graham #80 of the New Orleans Saints reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on October 27, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana.  (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

The announcement dropped Monday with Graham pledging to join a four-person team of rowers aiming to cross the Arctic in 2025.

"The impact of The Arctic Challenge goes far beyond the 4 athletes and the Arctic Ocean," Graham posted on social media. "With the mission to inspire young minds, the team aims to challenge the next generation to push beyond their limiting beliefs and chart their own course."

Should everything go according to plan, Graham will join the Guinness Book of World Records. Graham's 15-day rowing challenge fits the tight end's thrill-seeking off-the-field lifestyle. The NFLer is a licensed pilot whose mission has also been to introduce others to the wonders of aviation.

Looks like Graham's got big plans beyond his 13-year career. The veteran tight end is a free agent, with all expectations leaning on 2023-24 having been his final season. 

NEW ORLEANS, LA - DECEMBER 10: Jimmy Graham #80 of the New Orleans Saints looks on from the sideline during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers at Caesars Superdome on December 10, 2023 in New Orleans, LA. (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images)

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