Saints list Graham questionable for Thursday

Metairie, LA (SportsNetwork.com) - The New Orleans Saints have declared tight end Jimmy Graham questionable for Thursday's game against Carolina, though the 2013 All-Pro is fully expected to play in the important NFC South clash.

Graham also had been termed questionable for each of New Orleans' previous two contests but played in both, and managed five catches for 59 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 44-23 win over Green Bay.

The two-time Pro Bowl selection has been battling a shoulder injury sustained in a game against Tampa Bay on Oct. 5.

Running back Khiry Robinson also was listed as questionable for Thursday's tilt, but did not practice on Wednesday and is unlikely to suit up against the Panthers. Both Robinson (forearm) and fellow running back Pierre Thomas sat out the Green Bay game as well.

Thomas has been formally ruled out for this week due to injuries to his ribs and shoulder. Linebacker David Hawthorne also will not play after exiting Sunday's game with an injured hand.

Starting center Jonathan Goodwin, who was inactive against the Packers with a sore knee and ankle, is considered questionable but did practice on a limited basis on Wednesday.