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Lions Brian Branch Fined Following Packers Game

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch has been fined for an aggressive helmet-to-helmet hit against a Green Bay Packers wide receiver in Week 9.

It was the second occasion this season Branch was docked monies for actions deemed inappropriate within the field of play.

The former second-round pick was delivering what was deemed a late hit on Packers wideout Bo Melton midway through the second quarter at Lambeau Field.

Branch was docked $10,128 for the hit and an additional $10,128 for inappropriate conduct after being ejected.

After being notified he was no longer eligible to play in Week 9, Branch lost his cool and flipped the bird.