Dan Campbell discusses Brian Branch's recovery timeline from injury
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:26 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell provided an update on Brian Branch's recovery from a torn Achilles injury. While Campbell did not commit to a specific return date, he suggested a December timeline, emphasizing a cautious approach to Branch's rehabilitation. There have been no reported setbacks as Branch continues to recover, and his potential return before December would be beneficial for the Lions' defense. The team remains focused on Branch's long-term health as he works through the rehab process.
- •Campbell is cautious about Branch's return timeline.
- •Branch suffered a torn Achilles injury in 2025.
- •There have been no setbacks in Branch's recovery.
- •December is the suggested target for Branch's return.
- •Branch's early return would strengthen the Lions' defense.
- 5:12 PMESPN — Lions won't rush Branch return from Achilles tear
- 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell: No setbacks for Brian Branch, but no timetable for return either
- 3:37 PMYahoo Sports — No setbacks for Lions' Brian Branch in recovery for Achilles injury
- 3:23 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell Provides Candid Update on Brian Branch’s Recovery
"Lions coach Dan Campbell says DB Brian Branch is "doing well" as he continues to recover from an Achilles injury, adding that he does not want put a timetable on Branch's return to play.
"Lions coach Dan Campbell joked about setting a December timeline for Brian Branch's return as the standout defensive back recovers from injury.
"Lions safety Brian Branch has not returned to the field since tearing his Achilles last December and it remains unclear when that will change.
Sources
External links- ESPNJun 11, 2026, 5:12 PMLions won't rush Branch return from Achilles tear
Lions coach Dan Campbell says DB Brian Branch is "doing well" as he continues to recover from an Achilles injury, adding that he does not want put a timetable on Branch's return to play.
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 5:03 PMDan Campbell: No setbacks for Brian Branch, but no timetable for return either
Lions safety Brian Branch has not returned to the field since tearing his Achilles last December and it remains unclear when that will change.
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 3:37 PMNo setbacks for Lions' Brian Branch in recovery for Achilles injury
Lions coach Dan Campbell says there is no set return date for Brian Branch as he recovers from a torn Achilles.
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 3:23 PMDan Campbell Provides Candid Update on Brian Branch’s Recovery
Lions coach Dan Campbell joked about setting a December timeline for Brian Branch's return as the standout defensive back recovers from injury.
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