BRIAN BRANCH NEWS

Leaves game Thursday Branch (ankle) is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Cowboys.

Impact The safety injured his ankle in the second half and had to be carted to the locker room. Branch recorded six tackles (three solo) and a fumble recovery before exiting. Detroit is already down Kerby Joseph (knee) and Thomas Harper (concussion) at safety, leaving Daniel Harper as the only healthy option.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Brian Branch injury update: Latest news on Lions safety's status in Week 14 game | Sporting News Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch is dealing with an injury in the fourth quarter of the Week 14 game against the Dallas Cowboys. Here's the...

DECEMBER 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Will face Cowboys Branch (toe) is active for Thursday's game against the Cowboys.

Impact Branch has been on the injury report with a toe injury ahead of Detroit's last three games, but he's been active on each occasion. He's played at least 95 percent of defensive snaps as well as a handful of snaps on special teams in those two games, so he'll likely be ready to handle his typical role as a key member of the Detroit defense in Thursday's key game against the Lions.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Branch (toe) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Cowboys.

Impact Branch was a limited participant all week during practice, so he has a good chance to suit up in the important NFC clash. The third-year safety has averaged 6.3 tackles per game this season while adding eight pass breakups and 2.5 sacks through 11 games. If he winds up inactive, Daniel Thomas will get the nod at strong safety.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Limited at practice Branch (toe) was a limited participant at practice Monday.

Impact Branch was once again present on the injury report Monday as he continues to battle a toe injury over the last couple weeks. The safety was able to register 10 total tackles (seven solo) and two passes defensed while playing 95 percent of Detroit's defensive snaps in the team's 34-27 loss to the Packers on Thanksgiving, so he's likely on track to play again Thursday against Dallas. Branch will have two more chances to log a full practice before taking on the Cowboys.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Three Lions Receive Fines From Giants Game Brian Branch incurs another fine from hit in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 29 • SI.COM

Leading tackler in loss Branch compiled 10 tackles (seven solo) during Detroit's loss to the Packers on Thursday.

Impact Branch had a strong outing despite the loss, as he led the team with a season-high 10 tackles. The 2023 second-round pick has logged 59 tackles (38 solo), including 2.5 sacks, and a forced fumble across 10 games this season and will look to keep producing in the Week 14 versus the Cowboys.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Back to full practice Tuesday Branch (toe) was a full participant in Tuesday's walkthrough practice.

Impact Branch has battled the toe issue for the past week but still played 100 percent of the defensive snaps in last Sunday's overtime win over the Giants. He's ready to go for Thursday's date with the Packers.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Estimated as limited Monday Branch (toe) was limited on Monday's estimated practice report.

Impact Branch dealt with some toe issues in practice last week but ultimately played all 82 defensive snaps in Sunday's overtime win over the Giants. He should be fine for Thursday's Thanksgiving bout with the Packers.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in Week 12 Branch tallied seven total tackles (three solo) and one pass defensed in Sunday's 34-27 overtime win over the Giants.

Impact The third-year pro from Alabama tied Amik Robertson for the second-most tackles on the Lions defense during Sunday's win, trailing Jack Campbell's 11-stop performance. Branch has appeared in 10 games for the Lions this season, recording 59 total tackles, including 2.5 sacks, and six passes defensed. He's expected to remain one of the team's top defensive playmakers in the Week 13 matchup against the Packers.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Week 12 Branch (toe) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Giants, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Branch missed some practice time this week but should be all systems go against New York. Branch has produced 52 tackles (35 solo), including 2.5 sacks, five pass breakups and one forced fumble across nine games, all starts, this season.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Logs limited practice Thursday Branch (toe) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Branch was deemed limited in Wednesday's walkthrough due to a toe issue, but he was able to take part in practice in limited fashion Thursday. Whether or not he carries an injury designation into the weekend could depend on his practice status Friday. Branch played all but one defensive snap against Philadelphia this past Sunday.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Working through toe injury Branch (toe) was estimated as a DNP on Wednesday's practice report.

Impact The Lions conducted a walkthrough practice Wednesday, but Branch was unable to participate due to a toe injury that he likely picked up during Detroit's Week 11 loss to Philadelphia. His practice participation over the next two days will provide more clarity on his chances of playing against the Giants on Sunday. Branch has recorded 19 tackles (12 solo), including 1.5 sacks, across the three games since the Lions' Week 8 bye.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Posts six stops in Week 11 loss Branch totaled six tackles (four solo) during the Lions' 16-9 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.

Impact Branch played all but one of the Lions' 72 defensive snaps Sunday, and he finished in a three-way tie for the second most tackles on the team behind Jack Campbell (15). Branch has registered at least six tackles in each of the Lions' three games since the Week 8 bye and is up to 52 tackles (35 solo), including 2.5 sacks, five pass defenses and one forced fumble across nine regular-season games.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Alabama in the NFL: Jahmyr Gibbs, Brian Branch headline Week 10 standouts Jahmyr Gibbs and Brian Branch were among Alabama's best from Week 10 of the 2025 NFL season.

NOVEMBER 11 • USATODAY.COM

Dan Campbell plans to continue calling plays on offense as his Lions prepare for big test vs. Eagles

Dan Campbell isn’t under any illusions about next Sunday

NOVEMBER 11 • Associated Press

Strong performance in Week 10 Branch recorded seven total tackles (four solo), including 1.5 sacks, in Sunday's 44-22 win over the Commanders.

Impact Branch led the team in stops, and he was able to get to Marcus Mariota twice in the contest, logging a full sack in the first quarter before combining with defensive tackle Roy Lopez to sack the quarterback in the third. The safety is now up to 46 total tackles (31 solo), including 2.5 sacks, while also compiling five passes defensed and a forced fumble over eight games this year.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Mariota's ambitious hurdle attempt doesn't fool Brian Branch Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota scrambles for 9 yards before attempting an overzealous hurdle over Detroit Lions safety Bri...

NOVEMBER 9 • COMMANDERS.COM

Six stops in return Branch recorded six tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Branch returned to the field for the first time since serving a one-game suspension and played 100 percent of snaps. He had a modest stat line, but he now has at least six stops in all but two contests for the campaign.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Brian Branch reveals the biggest lesson he learned while suspended from Lions Brian Branch reflected on his postgame actions, explaining what lessons he learned to apply down the stretch.

NOVEMBER 1 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Brian Branch Sounds Like a Changed Man in New Comments After Return Detroit Lions’ safety Brian Branch is the embodiment of the team’s gritty and tough defense. The three-year veteran has earned the respect a...

OCTOBER 30 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions coach issues warning about Brian Branch ahead of return from suspension The Detroit Lions' secondary will get a boost in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season. Safety Brian Branch served his one-game suspension after sta...

OCTOBER 29 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Lions' Brian Branch: Suspension 'added another chip to my shoulder' Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch returns in Week 9 following a suspension for a brawl he sparked following a Week 6 loss to the Kansas City...

OCTOBER 29 • NFL.COM

Branch on return DB Brian Branch speaks to reporters about his return to the field this Sunday vs the Minnesota Vikings.

OCTOBER 29 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Lions DB Brian Branch motivated after suspension for fighting: 'It's another chip on my shoulder they added' Branch will return to the lineup this weekend vs. the Vikings

OCTOBER 29 • 247SPORTS.COM