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Andre Branch

Orlandus Andre Branch is a former American football linebacker who played in the NFL. Branch played college football at Clemson University and was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the second round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He was the 38th overall pick.


July 14, 1989: Andre Branch Born

On July 14, 1989, Orlandus Andre Branch was born. He later became a professional football player.

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2007: Attended Clemson University

In 2007, Andre Branch began attending Clemson University.

2011: All-ACC Pick

In 2011, as a senior, Andre Branch was a first-team All-ACC pick after recording 77 tackles and 10.5 sacks.

May 29, 2012: Signed with Jacksonville Jaguars

On May 29, 2012, Andre Branch signed a 4-year, $5.1 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

2012: Drafted by Jacksonville Jaguars

In 2012, Andre Branch was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the second round of the NFL draft as the 38th overall pick.

March 17, 2016: Signed with Miami Dolphins

On March 17, 2016, Andre Branch signed with the Miami Dolphins.

March 8, 2017: Contract Extension with the Dolphins

On March 8, 2017, Andre Branch signed a three-year, $24 million contract extension with the Miami Dolphins.

2018: Fined for Taunting

Following a Week 1 game in 2018, Andre Branch was fined $10,026 for taunting Taylor Lewan after delivering a concussion to Lewan with a blind side hit.

March 2, 2019: Released by the Dolphins

On March 2, 2019, Andre Branch was released by the Miami Dolphins.

July 30, 2019: Signed with the Arizona Cardinals

On July 30, 2019, Andre Branch signed a one-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals after visiting earlier in June.

August 25, 2019: Released by the Cardinals

On August 25, 2019, Andre Branch was released by the Arizona Cardinals.