Seattle Seahawks vs. Detroit Lions, Monday, September 30

“That’s a big part of its value. “That's why we wanted him back a few years ago and then when he was a free agent again this offseason, Hank (Fraley) and I really tested (offensive coach),” offensive coordinator Ben Johnson said this week.

“The versatility between playing as an excellent defender and playing in the middle was huge for us. He's a very hard-working and intellectual guy, so as the week goes on, he kind of gets into the zone when he gets into center mode and he thinks about calls, this, that and the other, but I know on Game day it will just be like riding a bike for him because, as you said, he has a lot of starts there under his belt. I know Jared (Goff). is confident, just like me.”

In addition to Branch and Ragnow, offensive tackle Giovanni Manu and wide receiver Isaiah Williams are also on Detroit's inactive list tonight.