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On YouTubeDetroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / December 17
Lions Unlikely To Extend S Brian Branch In Offseason
Already extending a handful of players drafted under GM Brad Holmes, the Lions have another glut of key starters approaching extension-eligible status.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 17
The new surgery that could potentially have Brian Branch back with the Lions for week 1 of the 2026 season
Before we jump in fully, it's critical to note a few things. Every player is different, every tear is different, and every treatment plan is different.
Detroit Lions News / The Predictors / December 14
Brian Branch underwent achilles surgery... now what?
Detroit Lions starting safety Brian Branch suffered a season ending achilles tendon tear in the week 14 matchup against the Cowboys. For the 24-year-old safety, what does this mean for the future of his career?
The '14-win NFL quarterbacks' quiz
How many of the 19 NFL quarterbacks to win 14 games in a single season can you name in five minutes?
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
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
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.
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.
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.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
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.
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.
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.
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 / 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.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / November 22
NFL Announces Punishment for Lions' Brian Branch After Eagles Incident
Star safety Brian Branch has been a key contributor for the Detroit Lions this 2025 season, tallying 52 tackles, five tackles for loss, five passes defended, three quarterback hits, two and a half sacks and one forced fumble in nine games played.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 1
Brian Branch reveals the biggest lesson he learned while suspended from Lions
The Detroit Lions had a fantastic defensive performance in Week 7 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and even though it appeared on the surface the franchise didn't miss suspended safety Brian Branch, it's clear they did.
Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / October 22
'‘He Got Done Dirty’: Lions Unite Behind Brian Branch After Controversial Suspension
The Detroit Lions have rallied behind safety Brian Branch following his one-game suspension, which stemmed from an altercation after a recent game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 22
Suspended Brian Branch serves as major motivation for furious Lions' victory
The Detroit Lions were over a week removed from losing Brian Branch to suspension after an unfortunate incident after a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, but that doesn't mean the player was far from anyone's mind.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 18
Lions' Jack Campbell not bothered by NFL rule crackdown aimed at him
Linebacker Jack Campbell is drawing attention for his bad habit of accidentally punching players during games.
Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / October 18
Lions players angry about NFL Films’ video of Brian Branch
The Detroit Lions are rallying around safety Brian Branch over a video that they felt was insulting to the young safety. On Thursday, NFL Films shared a video on social media as part of its “Turning Point” series that was meant to illustrate what sparked Branch’s frustration at the end of Sunday’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / October 15
NFL makes a decision on Brian Branch’s suspension appeal
Brian Branch will not be able to escape the suspension fairy. The NFL has ruled against the Detroit Lions safety Branch and upheld his one-game suspension after Branch appealed it, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported on Wednesday.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 14
Lions' Brian Branch suspension gives ailing Buccaneers massive Week 7 break
Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch's suspension is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' gain.
Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13
NFL disciplines Lions’ Brian Branch over dirty move against Chiefs
Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch has been disciplined by the NFL over the dirty move he pulled at the end of his team’s Week 6 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night.
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