1. "Lions vs. Packers: Brian Branch Ejected for Helmet-to-Helmet Hit and Bold Exit Gesture"

Detroit defeated the Green Bay Packers 24-14 in Sunday's NFC North game after Lions safety Brian Branch was dismissed for a helmet-to-helmet hit.

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Flipping double birds to the Lambeau Field fans on his way out earned him another penalty after being flagged.

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The collision occurred in the second quarter with Detroit leading 7-3. Bo Melton was targeted on a left-sideline downfield ball by Packers QB Jordan Love. Branch received deep coverage aid. After Melton dropped the ball, Branch dove at him.

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Branch struck Melton in the facemask with his helmet crown, getting a penalty for unnecessary roughness.

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Game officials disqualified Branch after evaluating the play. Branch and his colleagues questioned the decision with officials.

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After failing to persuade officials, Branch flipped double birds to the Lambeau Field fans on his way to the sideline.

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Unsportsmanlike conduct resulted in another penalty. Branch's day ended. The Lions struggled in a game for NFC North first place.

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The ball moved from the Green Bay 38-yard line to the Detroit 32 after 30 yards of penalties. The Lions lost a vital starting defense when Branch was ejected.

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