Lions’ Brian Branch looking good for Dolphins game after injury upgrade

Brian Branch has made strides in his recovery from injury as he and the Detroit Lions gear up for their road matchup in Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season. Branch is halfway through the fourth season of his career in the league with the Lions. He stands out as one of the best safeties in the league, making big plays in the secondary to disrupt opposing offenses. However, Branch has had a rough start to 2026.