Lions receive positive news on Brian Branch's potential return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 12:35 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Detroit Lions Pro Bowl safety Brian Branch is nearing a return as his stint on the PUP list concludes. After suffering a torn Achilles last season, Branch is expected to return to practice next week, according to NFL Insider Tom Pelissero. His potential activation comes after Lions' head coach Dan Campbell expressed optimism about Branch's recovery. With the Lions' secondary struggling in the first three games, Branch's return could provide a critical boost. The team aims for Branch to participate in the Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers if his recovery progresses well.
- •Brian Branch could return to practice next week.
- •Lions aim for his activation for Week 7 against the Packers.
- •Branch's absence has been felt as Lions struggle defensively.
- •He missed the last four games due to achilles injury.
- 12:35 AMYahoo Sports — Lions Get Promising Brian Branch Injury News as PUP Stint Nears Its End
"With Pro Bowl safety Brian Branch's PUP list stint nearing its end, the Lions get an encouraging update regarding his return. The post Lions Get Promising Brian Branch Injury News as PUP Stint Nears Its End appeared first on HEAVY.
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