When Will Brian Branch Be Back for the Detroit Lions?

When will Brian Branch be back for the Detroit Lions?

Safety Brian Branch went down with an Achilles tendon injury in the Detroit Lions’ 44-30 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Dec. 4. Without the former Alabama defensive back in the lineup, the Lions lost their next three games to play their way out of postseason contention.

No setbacks for Lions' Brian Branch in recovery for Achilles injury

ALLEN PARK — Brian Branch has yet to suffer a setback in his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon that ended his 2025 season, but head coach Dan Campbell isn't ready to put a timetable on his return just yet.

Lions’ Dan Campbell offers update on star safety: No setbacks but still no timeline

ALLEN PARK -- Dan Campbell still isn’t putting a timeline or declaring any targets for the return of star Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch.

Dan Campbell tempers expectations for Brian Branch, but 'no setbacks'

Detroit Lions offer mixed update on Brian Branch injury

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - DECEMBER 04: Brian Branch #32 of the Detroit Lions plays against the Dallas Cowboys at Ford Field on December 04, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images In recent weeks, we’ve seen some clips of Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch and his rehabilitation from an Achilles injury suffered in early December. We’ve also seen some other players across the league who suffered Achilles injurie…

Dan Campbell Provides Candid Update on Brian Branch's Recovery

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell isn’t ready to put a firm timetable on Brian Branch’s return from the torn Achilles injury that ended his 2025 season. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Campbell was asked whether Branch could be ready for Week 1. While he didn’t rule it out, he made it clear that the Lions are taking a cautious approach. “I guess there’s always a chance,” Campbell said. “Until we get closer, I hate to start throwing a time…