November 5, 2008 Tyvon Branch has been placed on season-ending IR by the Raiders due to a shoulder injury, according to the Oakland Tribune. The team added cornerback Michael Waddell as the adjoining move.
Our View:The speed demon made a favorable contribution on special teams, but held no fantasy value as a backup defensive back.
October 31, 2008 Tyvon Branch will return kickoffs instead of Johnnie Lee Higgins, according to the Oakland Tribune.
Our View:Branch averaged 14.6 yards on kickoff returns. He said film study and an emphasis on making quicker decisions should improve that.
August 10, 2008 Tyvon Branch needs surgery on his injured thumb, according to the SF Chronicle. The team did not indicate when the rookie cornerback will be ready to return.
Our View:His absence will reopen the competition at kick returner. Johnnie Lee Higgins should be the top candidate, but Jonathan Holland will also get a look.
