The Detroit Lions have added safety Brian Branch to their injury report as doubtful for the upcoming game against the Seattle Seahawks. Initially dealing with a concussion, Branch had cleared the protocol and participated in full practices, but his sudden addition to the injury report raises concerns for the Lions' secondary, especially after placing safety Ifeatu Melifonwu on IR. With Branch likely out, the Lions will rely on undrafted rookie Loren Strickland and second-year player Brandon Joseph to step up, although they may not be the best options for fantasy players.

• Brian Branch's injury is a significant blow to the Lions' secondary.
• Rookies and less experienced players may struggle to fill the gap left by Branch.