ZachariahBranch

News: 2 days agoBranch returned a punt for 18 yards during the Falcons' 17-12 preseason win over the Dolphins on Friday.

Spin: Branch didn't see much action Friday, playing a total of four snaps (three on offense, one on special teams). However, his lone snap on special teams came as a punt returner, and he figures to see plenty of work as a returner in the upcoming season, especially if he doesn't get much playing time on offense behind Drake London, Jahan Dotson and Olamide Zaccheaus.

ESPN Fantasy Projection: Branch was selected by the Falcons in the third round of April's draft. Branch is a tiny slot receiver who posted an extremely low 5.2 aDOT during 37 collegiate games. That limited his efficiency numbers a bit, though he caught 71% of his targets and was terrific after the catch (7.9 RAC). Branch has the look of a versatile (perhaps gadget) player who will help as a rusher, slot receiver and returner. That role makes him a longshot for consistent fantasy output, but he does have a path to No. 2 receiver duties behind Drake London with the likes of Olamide Zaccheaus and Jahan Dotson his primary competition. Branch should only be drafted in dynasty.