NFL Free Agency was relatively tame, but all 32 teams now have their attention directed towards the 2023 NFL Draft in order to add talent to their rosters. The first round of the draft is kicking off on Thursday, April 27th. Of course, draft analysis, projections and rumors will be dominating the NFL news until then. Among the players expected to hear his name called early on is defensive back Brian Branch out of Alabama.
The following is a complete Brian Branch NFL Draft profile, including stats, highlights and a mock projection.
When is the 2023 NFL Draft?
As always, the 2023 NFL Draft will be a three-day event. The first day will feature the first round of players, which is only 31 this season. All of these picks will be broken down here at FlurrySports. Day 2 will be Rounds 2-3 and Day 3 features Rounds 4-7.
The 2023 NFL Draft will take place from April 27-29 in Kansas City, MO. The Brian Branch draft projection expects him to hear his name called on the first day.
Brian Branch NFL Draft Profile, Stats, Highlights and Projection
Brian Branch
Position: S/CB
Height: 6’0″
Weight: 190 lbs
Age: 21
College: Alabama Crimson Tide
Brian Branch Stats 2022 | Alabama Crimson Tide
Coverage Snaps: 416
Rec/Tgt: 36/57
Forced Incompletions: 9
TD/INT: 2/2
Passer Rating: 69.3
Run Stops: 24
Brian Branch Draft Profile
Strengths
Brian Branch is a versatile defensive back who can play well at safety or in the slot. Branch was coached by Nick Saban and it shows, as his football IQ is obvious. He diagnoses plays quickly and isn’t afraid to fly around and hit. Branch is fearless and is an exceptional tackler. Along with his physical nature, he is also a tremendous cover corner, showing the ability to win in both man and zone coverages. Put him wherever you want on your defense, though he fits best as a slot corner.
Weaknesses
While Brian Branch has all of the skills to play in the slot, he is a bit undersized for a player that does his best work around the line of scrimmage. Branch is not a ball hawk when playing deep despite processing plays quickly. Like most defensive backs coming out of college, Branch also has the tendency to grab, which should solve itself with more experience and coaching.
Brian Branch Highlights
Brian Branch Draft Projection
All 2023 NFL Draft Projections are taken from the latest CBS NFL Mock Draft by Chris Trapasso.
Brian Branch is currently projected to be drafted by the Dallas Cowboys at No. 26.
For more 2023 NFL Draft profiles and coverage, check out our NFL Draft page.
