Brothers in the NFL: The rare club A.J. Terrell and Avieon Terrell joined
A.J. Terrell and Avieon Terrell became teammates after the Atlanta Falcons selected Avieon in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, marking a rare family milestone in the league. Head coach Kevin Stefanski informed A.J. of the decision, making the moment especially personal for the brothers. They now join a select group of siblings who have played together in NFL history.
- ▪The Atlanta Falcons drafted Avieon Terrell in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, making him a teammate of his brother A.J. Terrell.
- ▪Head coach Kevin Stefanski personally called A.J. Terrell to inform him the team would select his brother.
- ▪The Terrell brothers are now part of a small group of siblings who have played together in the NFL, joining pairs like the Griffins, Heywards, and Watts.
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