Social media reacts after Falcons draft Georgia WR Zachariah Branch

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Georgia Bulldogs fans that also cheer for the Atlanta Falcons will be able to root for wide receiver Zachariah Branch at the next level. The Falcons drafted Branch with the No. 79 pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL draft.

Branch is no stranger to playing in Mercedes-Benz Stadium. He had exactly five receptions for 53 yards and a touchdown in both Georgia’s rivalry win over Georgia Tech and in Georgia’s SEC championship win over Alabama.

Branch brings explosiveness, quickness and the ability to turn a short catch into a big play for the Falcons. He has the talent to immediately be one of Atlanta’s three starting receivers.

The 5-foot-10, 180-pound receiver set Georgia’s all-time single season receptions record in his lone season with the Bulldogs. Before coming to UGA, Branch played two seasons with the USC Trojans.

Kirby Smart reacts after the Falcons draft Branch

“Extremely proud of you Zachariah Branch!” Georgia coach Kirby Smart said. “You have been a joy to watch this past year, and I can’t wait to see what you do with the Atlanta Falcons. GO DAWGS !!”

Falcons could use Branch on special teams

Branch’s emotional reaction to being drafted

Branch is no stranger to Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Branch went 2-0 during the 2025 college football season at Mercedes-Benz Stadium including an SEC championship win.

Branch sends message to Georgia fans

“Dawgnation, we back in Georgia!” Branch said. “Y’all tune in. I am very blessed for this opportunity!”

This article originally appeared on UGA Wire: Social media reacts after Falcons draft record-setting Georgia WR

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