PFF breaks down new Falcons cornerback Avieon Terrell

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The Falcons selected cornerback Avieon Terrell from Clemson in the 2026 NFL Draft, marking a significant moment for the Terrell family as he joins his brother A.J. on the team. Avieon was ranked 23rd on Pro Football Focus's big board and earned a grade of 83.5 last season.

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Falcons selected Avieon Terrell in the 2026 NFL Draft
Avieon Terrell played at Clemson
He was ranked 23rd on PFF's big board
Earned a grade of 83.5 last season
Joins brother A.J. Terrell on the Falcons

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PFF breaks down new Falcons cornerback Avieon Terrell

The Falcons have made former Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell their first selection of the 2026 NFL Draft. This came after Atlanta sat out of opening night due to last year's trade for edge James Pearce Jr.

The selection of Avieon is extra special for he and his family as he will be joining his brother, A.J. Terrell, who has played his entire career with the Falcons thus far. The Terrell family doesn't have to go far on Sundays to see their sons play.

Now, looking at the football side of it, what does Pro Football Focus think of the Terrell selection? The Clemson standout was ranked 23rd on PFF's big board, and earned a grade of 83.5 last season.

"At around 5-foot-10 and 180 pounds, he is on the smaller side, especially for an outside cornerback, but that does not show up on tape," wrote PFF. "He plays bigger than his measurables suggest, and his competitiveness stands out. He is very light on his feet, and while he does not win many hand-fighting battles at the line of scrimmage, he mirrors well due to his foot quickness. He may also have the most fluid hips in the class."

Terrell played from the jump as a freshman with Clemson. he ended his career as a Tiger with nine tackle for losses, four sacks, eight forced fumbles with three recoveries, three interceptions, 25 pass deflections, and 125 total tackles.