The Cardinals released Branch on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch was given a shot with the Cardinals this offseason but will head back to free agency. After making just 25 tackles and 1.5 sacks in 2018 with the Dolphins, the veteran faces and uphill battle to solidify himself a roster spot with another team in the NFL.

Branch and the Cardinals agreed to a contract Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch was released by the Dolphins this offseason after he mustered just 25 tackles and 1.5 sacks in 2018. The veteran could certainly find himself in the mix for snaps heading into the season as he gets accustomed to his new surroundings.

Branch visited the Cardinals on Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch was released by Miami on March 2 after struggling mightily in 2018, recording just 25 tackles and 1.5 sacks. The 29-year-old could offer Arizona an easy and effective solution to bolster their pass rush.

Branch was released by the Dolphins on Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch struggled mightily last season, recording just 25 tackles and 1.5 sacks - the latter figure his worst since his rookie campaign in 2012. Set to make $9 million in 2019, it made sense the Dolphins would cut the veteran defensive end. He figures to have some value on the open market, particularly since his release means he won't count against the compensatory pick format.

Branch (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bills, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch began the week as a non-participant at practice but was able to progress to a limited participant Thursday and Friday. The 29-year-old seems to be trending in the right direction for Sunday's season finale, but the numerous knee injuries dealt with over the course of the season keep his status up in the air for now.

Branch (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch has dealt with a handful of knee issues over the course of the season and is seemingly dealing with another knee injury at the moment. His absence from practice suggests there's still ground to be made up before convincing the medical staff that he's good to go for Sunday's game. If he can't go, Jonathan Woodard could see a small uptick in playing time.

Branch (knee) was a full participant in Friday's practice, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch has missed two consecutive games due to a lingering knee injury, but seems to be nearing a return to health. The depth defensive lineman and special teams player has a realistic shot at suiting up for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Branch (knee) was held out of Sunday's game against the Bengals, Alain Poupart of the Dolphins' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch has now missed two games due to his knee injury and is expected back in the next couple weeks. A depth defensive lineman and special teams player, Branch's absence hasn't hurt the Dolphins much. Jonathan Woodyard and Charles Harris will figure to continue seeing a few extra snaps as long as Branch remains out.

Branch (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch was originally given a timetable of 2-to-4 weeks when he originally suffered the knee injury, so Week 5 would be the first time the Dolphins believe they have a shot at getting Branch back. Branch has been primarily used as a special teams player, so while a limited practice suggests he is close to full health, the team likely won't be any rush to get him back on the field.

Branch (knee) is expected to miss 2-4 weeks, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Branch was forced out of Sunday's win over Oakland due to the injury. With Branch temporarily sidelined, the Dolphins will have to find a replacement for the veteran's special teams value.