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Lions S Brian Branch ejected for helmet-to-helmet hit vs. Packers, flips double birds to Lambeau Field on his way out

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch was ejected for a helmet-to-helmet hit during Sunday's NFC North showdown against the Green Bay Packers.

After he was flagged, he drew another penalty for flipping double birds to the Lambeau Field crowd on his way out.

The hit took place in the second quarter as Detroit held a 7-3 lead. Packers QB Jordan Love targeted Bo Melton on a downfield pass near the left sideline. Branch had help on the play in deep coverage. Melton dropped the ball, and Branch dove at Melton after the ball hit the ground.

Branch speared Melton in the facemask with the crown of his helmet, immediately drawing a penalty flag for unnecessary roughness.