The Atlanta Falcons have reunited brothers Avieon and A.J. Terrell during the 2026 NFL Draft, allowing them to play together professionally. A.J. was previously drafted by the Falcons in 2020, while Avieon joins the team after a successful college career.
Very few siblings get the rare chance to play together at the professional level, but the Atlanta Falcons are bringing the Avieon Terrell and A.J. Terrell together at the 2026 NFL Draft.
This season, the Terrell brothers will get to reconnect on the field years after A.J. first broke into the NFL. The former Clemson Tigers were both standout players during their college football careers.
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Meanwhile, the draft is now talking about the unique chance for both Terrell siblings to compete together in the NFC South. A.J. was drafted by Atlanta back in 2020 when Avieon was still competing in high school.
From 2020 to 2026.
Full circle for the Terrell brothers 🫶
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ESPN quickly featured Avieon’s story following being selected by the Falcons on Friday night. The Terrell family celebrated together in their home six years ago during the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, Round 2 of the NFL Draft presented a full circle moment as Avieon got his opportunity to celebrate with his family and friends.
The Terrell brothers are both former All-ACC talents during their time with Clemson before turning pro.
The former Clemson players never had the chance to play college football together, but Atlanta presents a new opportunity. The Falcons add another quality defensive piece into the mix after missing the playoffs last season.
Avieon Terrell was selected by the Atlanta Falcons during the 2026 NFL Draft, reuniting him with his brother A.J. Terrell, who was drafted by the team in 2020.
Both Avieon and A.J. Terrell played for the Clemson Tigers during their college football careers.
A.J. Terrell was drafted into the NFL by the Atlanta Falcons in 2020.
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There are certainly many notable siblings to feature in the NFL together over the years. That includes Eli and Peyton Manning, both of whom won multiple Super Bowl championships.
Brothers to play on the same NFL team together:
▪️ Shaquill & Shaquem Griffin
▪️ Devin & Jason McCourty
▪️ Derek & T.J. Watt
▪️ Dan & Rob Gronkowski
▪️ Ryan & Matt Kalil
▪️ Champ & Boss Bailey
▪️ Jordan & Carson PalmerA.J. & Avieon Terrell are next up with the Falcons 🙌 pic.twitter.com/1Y570m4WDF
— DraftKings Sportsbook (@DKSportsbook) April 25, 2026
Meanwhile, Jason and Travis Kelce, J.J. and T.J. Watt and Nick and Joey Bosa all have featured on very successful teams. The Gronkowski brothers are also a prime example of talented siblings to play in the league.