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Brian Branch
Alabama
HT:
5115
WT:
190
YR:
JR
POS:
S
OVR RK
22
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
1
High-End Starter Potential
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Branch is a versatile safety that can be used in different defensive packages and coverages. He's effective in both man and zone coverage and can match up against various types of receivers. He's also physical and can be used in run support.
SCOUTING REPORT
At 6-0 190 lbs, Branch possesses good size and athleticism for the safety position. He is a versatile player who can play deep safety or closer to the line of scrimmage as a box or nickel safety. He has the speed and quickness to cover receivers man to man, and he possesses enough physicality to defend TE's. Branch is a sure tackler that possesses good instincts and ball skills. He has a knack for being around the ball and making game-changing plays.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Versatility
Instinctive
Closing Speed
KEY WEAKNESSES
Technique
Reactionary Speed
Man Coverage
PLAYER COMPARISONS