Field Level Media
03 Jun 2026, 22:10 GMT+10
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Misdemeanor obstruction charges against Atlanta Falcons rookie receiver Zachariah Branch have been dismissed, his attorney announced Wednesday.
The former Georgia standout was arrested on April 19 in Athens, Ga., and charged with obstructing a police officer and obstructing public sidewalks/streets.
The following weekend, the Falcons selected Branch in the third round (79th overall) of the 2026 NFL Draft.
'After reviewing all evidence, including videos, and discussing the case with us, the State agreed to dismiss all charges against Mr. Branch,' attorney Kim Stephens said in a statement, per The Athletic. 'Zachariah cooperated fully with law enforcement and did not commit a crime on the night of his arrest and never should have been arrested. We are glad this matter is over and that Mr. Branch's excellent reputation and good name restored.'
In his lone season at Georgia in 2025, following a transfer from Southern California, Branch led the Bulldogs with a school-record 81 receptions for 811 yards and six touchdowns. Georgia went 12-2 and lost 39-34 to Ole Miss in the Sugar Bowl.
In three college seasons, the first two at USC, Branch had 159 receptions for 1,634 yards and nine touchdowns in 37 games.
--Field Level Media
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