Brian Branch reveals which team broke 1st Round promise to him
In a revealing conversation with Tom Pelissero and Cynthia Frelund, Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch opened up about his experiences during the 2023 NFL Draft. Branch, a standout in his rookie season with the Lions, shared an intriguing detail about another team’s unkept promise that led to a pivotal moment in his professional career.
Branch disclosed that he was under the impression the Washington Commanders would select him with the sixteenth pick in the first round.
“The team I thought for sure was gonna get me was the Commanders at sixteen,” Branch said. “I felt like, you know, they told me that if I’m still available at sixteen that they were gonna get me, but I guess you can never take their word, gotta let it play out. But, uh, you know, everything happened for a reason, so I’m glad I’m with Detroit.”
A Fortunate Turn of Events for Branch and the Lions
Despite the initial disappointment, Branch’s journey took a favorable turn when the Detroit Lions selected him in the second round. This twist of fate has proven beneficial for both Branch and the Lions. Branch expressed contentment with how things played out, acknowledging that “everything happened for a reason.” His positive attitude towards the unexpected change in his draft journey underscores his adaptability and optimism.
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