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Unlikely to return during offseason Branch (Achilles) will most likely remain on the sideline until training camp at the earliest, Eric Woodyard of ESPN reports.

Impact The safety tore his ACL in Week 14 of the 2025 campaign, and while he's on track in his recovery, he has not recovered just yet, per Woodyard. It's also possible that Branch opens the 2026 campaign on the physically unable to perform list, according to Woodyard, citing Lions coach Dan Campbell. Branch recorded 75 tackles (48 solo) and nine pass breakups in 12 games last year.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Dan Campbell's injury update on Brian Branch leaves fans with more questions than answers Lions fans can't seem to get positive injury updates these days.

JUNE 11 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Detroit Lions Do Not Give Return Timetable For Brian Branch It is unlikely Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch will be ready to return for training camp.

JUNE 11 • SI.COM

Brian Branch shares an encouraging look into his rehab process It's easy to feel good about Brian Branch while watching him rehabbing.

JUNE 8 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

2026 NFL Offseason: The Biggest Question Facing Every NFC Team Entering Summer

With NFL offseason programs wrapping up, we break down the top question that will hover over every NFC team ahead of training camp.

JUNE 4 • FOX SPORTS

2026 NFL Offseason: The Biggest Question Facing Every NFC Team Entering Summer

Why Derwin James Contract Might Be Problematic For Brian Branch Examining how James' new contract impacts potential Brian Branch extension.

MAY 28 • SI.COM

As new run of Lions extensions gets going, Brian Branch's name sticks out The Detroit Lions, for mostly better but at times worse, have made a firm commitment to retain players this regime has drafted and developed...

MAY 26 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Brian Branch has perfect response to fan doubting ability to return to 2024 form It's clear the Detroit Lions have a motivated man in their defensive backfield.

MAY 20 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Brian Branch's Lions Future Takes Sudden Turn One Week Ahead of NFL Draft The Detroit Lions have several key extensions to hammer out in the coming weeks, but the most intriguing is safety Brian Branch. Branch’s fu...

APRIL 17 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions Draft Buzz Could Put Brian Branch's Future in Doubt The Lions safety could have an uncertain future in the Motor City.

APRIL 16 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions may use NFL draft to address needs at offensive tackle and edge rusher

The Detroit Lions were not very aggressive in NFL free agency, choosing to save salary cap space to sign some key players to long-term extensions

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Brian Branch's Lions Future May Be Dimmed After Their Offseason Moves Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch's future with the team took a hit after their offseason additions.

APRIL 7 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions' Chuck Clark Signing Raises Eyebrows to End March The Detroit Lions are hoping to have Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch back playing together at some point during the 2026 season. Last season,...

MARCH 31 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions' Brad Holmes provides injury updates on Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch are arguably the league's best safety duo when healthy. However, questions surround the health of the Detroit...

MARCH 26 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Lions' looming Brian Branch decision is more complicated than it seems It often feels like an excuse, as other teams of the Detroit Lions' ilk have similar concerns but still make notable moves. But general mana...

MARCH 26 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Breaking down how the Lions could plan to extend Brian Branch's contract The Detroit Lions may look to extend Brian Branch's contract this summer. Here's what it could look like.

MARCH 25 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

NFL Prospects Modeling Their Game After Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph Why draft prospects are learning from, playing like Lions' safety duo.

FEBRUARY 28 • SI.COM

Uncertain timelines for Kerby Joseph, Brian Branch make safety addition a must The Detroit Lions don't know when their star defensive duo will return, meaning reinforcements are needed.

FEBRUARY 27 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Chiefs Give Mahomes Much-Needed Help, Commanders Get Top WR

With the combine just days away, here how FOX Sports Research currently sees the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft shaking out.

FEBRUARY 19 • FOX SPORTS

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Chiefs Give Mahomes Much-Needed Help, Commanders Get Top WR

4-round Lions mock draft lands the team their Brian Branch replacement What would a defense-oriented draft look like for the Lions with zero trade-ups or trade-downs?

FEBRUARY 16 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Aidan Hutchinson sounds like every Lions fan reacting to Maxx Crosby rumors A co-star next to Hutchinson is what the Lions' defense is missing to make up for the absence of Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch in 2026.

FEBRUARY 5 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Missing playoffs, Lions fall short of expectations and preseason predictions for Campbell's team

By missing the NFL playoffs, the Detroit Lions did not meet their expectations or preseason predictions

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Vikings eliminate Lions with defense-dominating 23-10 victory, racking up 6 turnovers and 5 sacks

Jordan Addison took a jet sweep handoff 65 yards for the game-sealing touchdown with 3:43 left after the Minnesota Vikings forced six turnovers and eliminated the Detroit Lions fro...

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Lions-Vikings Matchup Has Lost Some Luster, but Playoffs Still Possible for Detroit

Entering their Week 17 game vs. the Vikings on Christmas Day, the Lions still have long-shot odds to reach the postseason.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Lions-Vikings Matchup Has Lost Some Luster, but Playoffs Still Possible for Detroit

Lions writer suggests Brian Branch could make fast return from Achilles' tear Achilles' tears aren't the career death knell they once were, and Brian Branch could make a quick return.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

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