Brian Branch: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 13

Lions Announce Four Moves, Place S Brian Branch On IR

The Detroit Lions announced Saturday that they’ve made four roster moves for their Week 15 game. The full list includes: Lions placed S Brian Branch on

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / December 12

Where the Rams Have Game-Changing Edge Over Lions

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams are set to take on an injury-riddled Detroit Lions team. While the contest isn't until this Sunday, the Rams have learned that the Lions will be without two premier defenders while their offensive line is on the verge of another hit.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 10

Notebook: Branch Has Surgery, Door Is Open For Ragnow, DE Wins Award

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch underwent successful surgery for a torn Achilles tendon and the team was given an expected timeline for his recovery.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 9

NFC Notes: Brian Branch, Christian Watson, Bears, Lions, Packers

Bears HC Ben Johnson talked about the lack of targets for WR D.J. Moore: “I thought he ran some pretty good routes over the course of the day and we just couldn’t give him the ball.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

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Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 8

Lions HC Dan Campbell’s crushing reaction to Brian Branch’s season-ending injury

While the Detroit Lions moved to 8-5 with their Week 14 win over the Dallas Cowboys, they lost safety Brian Branch to a season-ending Achilles injury. Head coach Dan Campbell didn’t hold back when discussing that injury’s impact.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 8

What Are Lions Plans With Veteran Safety Added to Practice Squad?

The Detroit Lions have reportedly made a decision regarding how to address safety Brian Branch being lost for the remainder of the 2025 NFL season. According to multiple reports, the Lions are adding veteran safety Damontae Kazee to the practice squad.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 8

Lions sign former Falcons starting safety who once led the league in interceptions

After the loss of Brian Branch, the Detroit Lions needed some safety help. One guy who made a lot of sense was a guy we brought up early November, that's Damontae Kazee.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 9

Vegas Expects Lions To Receive Stiff Test from Rams

The Detroit Lions head into their Week 15 showdown with the Los Angeles Rams fighting for their playoff lives. Per DraftKings, the Lions are 5.5-point underdogs heading into the road tilt with Matthew Stafford and the Rams.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 7

Roundtable: Do Detroit Lions Have Realistic Shot to Beat Rams?

1.) What was your reaction to Brian Branch being lost for the season? Christian Booher: The loss of Brian Branch is a brutal one for Detroit’s defense.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 5

The Lions are now in desperate need of safety help, here are four starting-caliber guys they can go get right now

The Detroit Lions got some really bad news on Friday. Pro Bowl safety Brian Branch is now out for the remainder of the season with a torn Achilles. To top it off, Kerby Joseph has been dealing with a knee injury all season, and while it looks like he may play next week against the Rams, we don't know for sure.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 5

Lions Dealt Unfortunate News After Cowboys Game

The Detroit Lions earned a big win Thursday over the Dallas Cowboys, improving their playoff hopes with a 44-30 victory. The result pushed their record to 8-5, strengthening their bid for a strong finish in the NFC North.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / December 5

Brian Branch Injury Update: Latest Report Is Devastating For Lions Safety

The Detroit Lions won their Thursday Night Football contest against the Dallas Cowboys, but they lost star safety Brian Branch midway through the contest.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / December 6

Lions receive devastating news on safety Brian Branch

It's a significant hit to the team's playoff hopes.

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Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 5

Tests Confirm Lions S Brian Branch Out For Season With Torn Achilles

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that tests on Monday confirmed the worst. Lions S Brian Branch does, in fact, have a season-ending torn Achille. You can expect the Lions to place him on injured reserve in the coming days and add someone to their roster. The Lions are already without Terrion Arnold and Kerby Joseph.

Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / December 5

Report: Lions fear S Brian Branch has Achilles injury

Detroit Lions standout safety Brian Branch is feared to have sustained an Achilles injury during their win Thursday against the Dallas Cowboys, NFL Network reported on Friday morning.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / December 5

Lions were dealt a major injury blow in win over Cowboys

The Detroit Lions greatly improved their chances of making the playoffs by beating the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night, but the victory came at a significant cost.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 5

Lions Fear S Brian Branch Suffered An Achilles Injury

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that Lions S Brian Branch is feared to have suffered an Achilles injury during Thursday’s win over the Cowboys. Pelissero adds that Branch will undergo further tests this morning to determine the severity of the injury.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 5

Troubling News Emerges for Lions Star After Leaving Cowboys Game

The Detroit Lions got back to winning ways on Thursday night with a 44-30 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. The Lions entered the matchup coming off a divisional rivalry loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 13, and it was a nice bounce-back victory for them against a Cowboys side that was riding a three-game winning streak.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 4

Lions injury woes worsen after Brian Branch carted off vs. Cowboys

The Detroit Lions managed to finish off Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys in a Week 14 matchup on Thursday at Ford Field. While they have done a decent job at containing the visiting team’s attack, the Lions suffered losses on their defense.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 5

'TNF' takeaways: Cowboys defense remains big issue in loss to Lions

The Detroit Lions scored a massive win in their push for a playoff spot on Thursday night, opening a massive Week 14 schedule with a 44-30 win over the Dallas Cowboys.

Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs ties Barry Sanders record in win

Lions' Gibbs hits Daron Bland with the nastiest ankle-breaker of the season

CeeDee Lamb suffers an apparent concussion on scary play during 'TNF'

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 1