Zachariah Branch Scouting Report

Zachariah Branch is a versatile, dynamic, and explosive receiver who can make game-changing plays at any moment.

Draft Grade: Round 1 - Pro Bowl Caliber

Strengths:

Elusive: Branch is one of the most elusive players in college football and is a difficult tackle for any defender in space, as he can make multiple defenders miss on one play. 

Versatile: Branch can truly align anywhere on the field offensively and be effective with an opportunity to create an explosive play. Branch should always be accounted for defensively.

Speed: Branch’s speed and athleticism make him a dangerous offensive weapon. Branch appears to have the speed to separate consistently from defenders.  

Playmaker: Branch is a dynamic playmaker who can create explosive plays. He has game-changing speed, plus elusiveness and quickness. Branch also has high value as a special teams returner and could be dangerous returning kicks and punts.

Concerns:

Size: Branch is an undersized receiver, which may force NFL teams to view him as a slot-only option for their offense. 

Catch Radius: Due to Branch's limited size and length, he has a limited overall catch radius. This limits the quarterback's ability to get the football to him with defenders in tight coverage.