Falcons Snag Upside Athlete Zachariah Branch

0:00It's April 27. You're listening to NFL News today. AI-powered football coverage. I'm Cory with the story. Atlanta Falcon snag Georgia-wide receivers Zachariah Branch at the 79th overall pick on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. They filled a big-gabbit receiver after letting go of Darnell Mooney and Caterill Hodge. Branch transferred from USC, emballed out last season with 81 receptions, 811 yards and 6 touchdowns. At just a bit undersized, he brings slot starter potential plus killer value on special teams as a return man. Now he teams up with Drake London and Jahan Dodson to give Atlanta more firepower. Fans are buzzing about how his quickness could stretch defenses right away in the slot. Scouts ranked him anywhere from 40th to 75th overall, praising his explosive speed, yards after catch and elusiveness. They see a gadget weapon like Rendell Moore, but note he needs to polish those routes to stick beyond special teams.

1:01Falcons landed a high upside athlete who turned shore passes into big plays, setting up their offense for a fresh spark this season.