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Falcons Draft Avieon Terrell, Reuniting Brothers at Corner

4/25/2026

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Summary

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The Atlanta Falcons selected Avieon Terrell with the 48th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
He will join his older brother A.J. Terrell, an All-Pro cornerback drafted in 2020.
At Clemson he logged 128 tackles, three interceptions, 4.0 sacks and eight forced fumbles in 39 games, the most among cornerbacks nationally.
Falcons scouts said he is versatile, able to cover both corner positions and the nickel.

History

Historical Context

When the NFL imposed its first hard salary cap for the 1994 season—set at $33.8 million—the league forced teams to prioritize versatile, cost-controlled players. That shift led franchises such as the Atlanta Falcons to value multi-position talent. In the 2026 draft, the Falcons selected Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell, echoing the cap-driven strategy of roster flexibility and salary efficiency.

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Story summary

The Atlanta Falcons selected Avieon Terrell with the 48th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
He will join his older brother A.J. Terrell, an All-Pro cornerback drafted in 2020.
At Clemson he logged 128 tackles, three interceptions, 4.0 sacks and eight forced fumbles in 39 games, the most among cornerbacks nationally.
Falcons scouts said he is versatile, able to cover both corner positions and the nickel.

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