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Monster performance in blowout win Branch recorded six total tackles (five solo), two interceptions, two passes defensed and a forced fumble in Sunday's 47-9 win over the Cowboys.

Impact Branch was a man on a mission in Week 6, picking off Dak Prescott in both the first quarter and the fourth quarter, the latter of which he nearly returned for a touchdown. On top of that, the safety stripped wide receiver Ryan Flournoy in the third quarter, which was recovered by teammate Terrion Arnold. Branch has emerged as one of the most dynamic safeties in the NFL this season, compiling 28 total tackles (21 solo), three interceptions, nine passes defensed and a forced fumble over five games in 2024.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Full go Wednesday Branch (illness) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Impact Branch appears to be past his illness after having over a week to recover since missing the Lions' Week 4 win over the Seahawks on Sept. 30. The second-year pro has recorded 22 total tackles and seven passes defended, including one interception, across three games this season. Expect Branch to continue serving as the Lions' top strong safety as the year progresses.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Getting in practice reps Monday Coach Dan Campbell said Monday that Branch (illness) was back at practice, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Impact Branch missed Detroit's game in Week 4 due to an illness before its bye in Week 5, but that he's participating at practices again signals he has probably recovered by this point. The Lions' first official practice report Wednesday will shed more light on his potential availability for Week 6.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Monday Branch (illness) is inactive for Monday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact The safety suffered a concussion during the Lions' Week 3 win over the Cardinals but was off the injury report by Saturday. However, he was downgraded to doubtful Sunday due to the illness. Brandon Joseph should be in line to play in his place.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded Branch (illness) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact Branch was originally questionable for Week 4 due to suffering a concussion in the Lions' Week 3 win over the Cardinals. However, the second-year pro was cleared from the injury report Saturday, suggesting he had made it through the league's five-step concussion protocols. However, now under the weather, Branch's likely absence from MNF will have Brandon Joseph in line to see extra opportunities in the secondary.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Branch (neck) has no injury designation ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Lions, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Branch spent time in concussion protocol after leaving the Lions' Week 3 win over the Cardinals, but it now appears he's moved past the issue in time for Monday night's contest. The second-year pro is a vital piece of Detroit's secondary and is expected to serve as the team's top strong safety in Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Branch (concussion) was a full participant at the Lions' practice Friday, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Branch continues to progress through concussion protocols and by logging a full practice Friday, he's on the cusp of being cleared. The Lions will host the Seahawks on Monday Night Football and Branch appears to be on track to be a full go.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to open week Branch (concussion) was limited during Thursday's practice session.

Impact Branch entered the league's concussion protocols following Sunday's 20-13 win over the Cardinals. The fact he was able to open the week in a limited fashion indicates that Branch has progressed through some of the protocols, but he'll need to continue to move through the protocols in order to be available for Monday's game against the Seahawks. Through the first three games of the season, Branch has tallied 22 tackles (16 solo), seven passes defended and one interception.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

In concussion protocol Branch is in the concussion protocol after leaving Sunday's 20-13 win over the Cardinals with a neck injury, Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News reports.

Impact The starting safety will have to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol to play next week against the Seahawks. Branch played a major role in a stellar defensive effort for the Lions on Sunday, finishing with nine tackles (six solo), including one for a loss, and two passes defensed. Brandon Joseph and Loren Strickland are the healthy backup safeties on Detroit's roster at the moment.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

In concussion protocol Branch is in the concussion protocol after leaving Sunday's 20-13 win over the Cardinals with a neck injury, Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News reports.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Branch (neck) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact The safety was having a strong game before exiting, recording nine tackles (six solo), including one for a loss, and two passes defensed. Branch also helped Detroit limit a high-flying Arizona offense to just 13 points and less than 300 yards of offense late into the fourth quarter. Brandon Joseph and Loren Strickland are Detroit's extra safeties on the active roster Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 17 • 247SPORTS.COM

Snags interception in loss Branch recorded six total tackles (five solo), an interception and two passes defensed in Sunday's 20-16 loss to Tampa Bay.

Impact Branch was once again very active in Week 2, finishing tied with Jack Campbell for the team lead in tackles. The 22-year-old was also able to secure his first interception of the 2024 campaign, picking off Baker Mayfield right before halftime. Through two contests, Branch has compiled 13 total tackles (10 solo), an interception and five passes defensed.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Snags interception in loss Branch recorded six total tackles (five solo), an interception and two passes defensed in Sunday's 20-16 loss to Tampa Bay.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 10 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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AUGUST 22 • DETROITLIONS.COM

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AUGUST 13 • SI.COM

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AUGUST 2 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Comes off PUP list The Lions activated Branch (lower leg) off the active/PUP list Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Branch had a clean-up surgery on his lower leg earlier in the offseason, but he's now passed his physical and is ready to return to the field. The 2023 second-round pick out of Alabama had a great rookie campaign, posting 74 total tackles and 13 passes defended, including three interceptions, and he's expected to remain one of Detroit's top defensive backs in 2024.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Goes to PUP list Detroit placed Branch (lower leg) on its active/PUP list Sunday, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Impact Branch underwent an optional procedure during the offseason to clean up some damage to his ankle, and he's apparently still recovering from that as training camp gets underway. Coach Dan Campbell said in the spring that Branch would be ready to go in plenty of time for Week 1, but time is starting to run short on that.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 23 • AL.COM

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MAY 18 • SI.COM

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FEBRUARY 13 • DETROITLIONS.COM

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FEBRUARY 10 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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