The Detroit Lions now have their entire 2023 rookie class signed.
On the eve first-year players are to report to Lions training camp in Allen Park, the final draft pick signed his rookie deal.
The team announced Tuesday that defensive back Brian Branch, the second-round draft pick out of Alabama, signed his four-year contract.
The projected value of the deal for the 45th overall pick, according to Spotrac, is for $8.021 million over four years including a $2.833 million signing bonus. Fellow Lions second-rounder, tight end Sam LaPorta, signed for $9.