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Lions dominate Day 2 chatter at the 2026 NFL Combine as prospects study stars
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Lions dominate Day 2 chatter at the 2026 NFL Combine as prospects study stars

Day 2 at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine centers on Lions influence—prospects name Lions players they study (Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph, Jack Campbell, Aidan Hutchinson) and praise Lions staff in interviews, with notes on Brandon Cisse’s camp story, Akheem Mesidor’s "seasoned rookie" mindset, Caleb Banks’ rare size, D’Angelo Ponds’ early football start, and Zane Durant’s standout 40 time, underscoring a strong Lions‑driven draft narrative.

NFL Films Faces Backlash Over Deleted Video on Brian Branch
sports4 months ago

NFL Films Faces Backlash Over Deleted Video on Brian Branch

NFL Films released and then deleted a critical video about Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch, causing backlash from Lions players and the team, who felt the portrayal was unfair and overly negative. The NFL and NFL Films issued statements explaining the video's context and their intentions, emphasizing that it was not meant to cast Branch or the Lions in a negative light.

NFL Upholds Brian Branch's One-Game Suspension After Appeal
sports4 months ago

NFL Upholds Brian Branch's One-Game Suspension After Appeal

NFL has upheld a one-game suspension for Lions safety Brian Branch after he was involved in a postgame scuffle with the Chiefs, which he plans to appeal. The incident occurred after Kansas City's win, where Branch slapped JuJu Smith-Schuster, igniting a fight. Despite his acknowledgment of a mistake, the suspension remains, and Branch will miss the upcoming game against the Buccaneers.

NFL Upholds Lions Safety Brian Branch's Suspension Amid Pending Appeal
sports4 months ago

NFL Upholds Lions Safety Brian Branch's Suspension Amid Pending Appeal

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch's appeal against his one-game suspension was denied, meaning he will miss the upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to a post-game fight where he shoved JuJu Smith-Schuster, an incident he called childish but expressed remorse for. The Lions are shorthanded in the secondary but are preparing to adapt with available players.

Brian Branch Suspended After Clash with JuJu Smith-Schuster
sports4 months ago

Brian Branch Suspended After Clash with JuJu Smith-Schuster

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch was suspended for one game for unsportsmanlike conduct after a clash with JuJu Smith-Schuster, while the Kansas City Chiefs delivered a dominant 30-17 victory over the Lions, showcasing strategic adjustments and strong team performance. The NFL also saw notable player retirements and team updates, highlighting ongoing season developments.