What happened: Dotson said he approached Branch like a brother and told him to keep full trust in himself. The exchange came as Atlanta continues to sort its offensive rotation.

Why it matters: Branch has seen an expanding role this fall as Atlanta looks for more production from the wideout. Veteran backing points to continued investment in the same Zachariah Branch who drew praise for speed and versatility in camp staying involved.

What to watch: Watch whether Branch holds steady targets as Atlanta builds after the 14-7 second-quarter cut.