Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch has decided to turn pro in 2026.
Branch spent 1 season in Athens after transferring in alongside his brother for the 2025 campaign. After 1 successful year with the Bulldogs, Branch will now head to the NFL.
He made the announcement on social media on Monday afternoon. He thanked his teammates, Kirby Smart and Georgia fans for supporting him during his time in Athens:
Branch led the SEC with 81 receptions this season. He totaled 811 yards and 6 touchdowns as well. Branch was a big part of Georgia’s success in the screen game and was a reliable target for Gunner Stockton in his first full year as a starter.
Georgia may look to the transfer portal to add another big-time receiver this offseason. The portal opened on Jan. 2 and is slated to remain open for 2 weeks as players around the country make decisions about their future.
So far, Georgia has only earned one transfer commitment — former Clemson safety Khalil Barnes. However, the Bulldogs are expected to be active in recruiting a number of positions in the portal over the coming weeks.
Spenser is a news editor for Saturday Down South and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.
