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Georgia WR Zachariah Branch arrested days before NFL Draft

sportsApr 19, 20267

Zachariah Branch was arrested Sunday morning in Athens, Georgia, on two misdemeanor obstruction charges, days before the 2026 NFL Draft. Branch is a former University of Georgia wide receiver and a projected second-round pick in the 2026 draft. NFL teams that planned to interview or draft Branch will have to address the charges during background checks and pre-draft evaluations.

Key Highlights

Zachariah Branch arrested in Athens, Georgia, on two misdemeanor obstruction charges.
Branch is a projected second-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Teams will address the arrest during pre-draft interviews and evaluations.