Brian Branch
American football player, Alabama safety
Played college football at the University of Alabama as a safety. Contributed to Alabama's national championship victory in 2020. Selected in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. Earned All-SEC honors for standout performance in college.
Contributed to Alabama's 2020 National Championship
Selected by the Detroit Lions in the 2023 NFL Draft
Earned All-SEC honors
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October 22nd, 2000 25 years ago
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