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Zachariah Branch
Georgia
HT:
5110
WT:
175
YR:
JR
POS:
WR
OVR RK
32
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
Mid-Level Starter Potential
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Zachariah Branch is one of the most explosive playmakers in college football. A rare dual-phase threat, Branch combines world-class track speed with elite change-of-direction skills and field vision. He’s a former Jet Award winner and All-American return specialist who doubles as a slot receiver with vertical juice. After transferring from USC to Georgia, Branch enters 2025 as the Bulldogs’ most dynamic offensive weapon. His best NFL projection is as a slot receiver and primary returner in vertical spread or West Coast offenses that utilize motion, leverage routes, and manufactured touches. With his suddenness, short-area burst, and home-run ability, Branch can change the math for an offense. Continued refinement of his route tree and improved play strength at the catch point are key to unlocking his Round 1 upside.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
Mid-Level Starter Potential (60-64)
A solid, dependable starter with the potential to exceed expectations. They have good athleticism and tools but may lack elite traits. While they show flashes of high-level play, they also have some notable weaknesses that must be developed. These players often need 2-3 years to establish themselves.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
World-Class Speed
Electric Returner
Suddenness & Burst
KEY WEAKNESSES
Undersized Frame
Limited Route Tree
Drop Concerns
PLAYER COMPARISONS