A.J. Terrell Jr. - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Falcons' A.J. Terrell is taking criticism he simply doesn't deserve A.J. Terrell is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, but only Atlanta Falcons fans see him for who he is.

JULY 10 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Atlanta Falcons 2026 NFL Draft Prospect Profile: Clemson CB Avieon Terrell The Atlanta Falcons wanted to address cornerback and the best way to do that was add another A.J. Terrell by drafting Avieon Terrell.

APRIL 26 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

A day later, Falcons cornerback duo of brothers Avieon and A.J. Terrell can't stop hugging

Avieon Terrell and his older brother A

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

A.J. Terrell revealed when he learned the Falcons were drafting Avieon Terrell When Atlanta Falcons drafted Avieon Terrell, the front office made sure to give A.J. Terrell advance notice.

APRIL 25 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

'The dream came true': Avieon and A.J. Terrell become teammates for the first time After a lifetime of thinking about what it would be like to play alongside his older brother, Avieon Terrell is about to find out.

APRIL 25 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Avieon Terrell gets the phone call | 2026 NFL Draft Watch Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell get the phone call from the Atlanta Falcons Draft room that he will be selected to play alongside hi...

APRIL 25 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Avieon Terrell and A.J. Terrell become latest NFL brothers to play on same team with Falcons reunion | Sporting News The Falcons have a chance to roll out starting cornerbacks who are brothers in 2026.

APRIL 25 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Falcons select CB Avieon Terrell with No. 48 pick in 2026 NFL Draft With the No. 48 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons selected Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell, the brother of star corn...

APRIL 25 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons draft Clemson's Avieon Terrell with first pick of NFL draft to join brother A.J. Terrell

The Atlanta Falcons used their first pick in the NFL draft on Friday night to select Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell who will join older brother A

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

Is Avieon Terrell related to A.J. Terrell? Falcons double up on Clemson brothers The Falcons found a second Terrell in the 2026 NFL Draft, bringing on Avieon Terrell to join his brother A.J., a 2020 first-round pick.

APRIL 25 • USATODAY.COM

Falcons select CB Aveion Terrell with No. 48 pick in 2026 NFL Draft With the No. 48 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons selected Clemson cornerback Aveion Terrell, the brother of star corn...

APRIL 25 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Photos | Introducing the Atlanta Falcons' New Home Uniform Join us in introducing our new home game uniforms worn in these photos by Bijan Robinson and A.J. Terrell Jr.

APRIL 3 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Frees up cap space Terrell agreed Monday to convert $12 million of his salary for 2026 into a signing bonus, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Terrell's restructure frees up further cap space for the Falcons to operate in free agency. The star cornerback logged another impressive season in 2025, when he suited up for 15 regular-season games and totaled 68 tackles (49 solo), 12 passes defensed and two fumbles. He stands to continue anchoring Atlanta's secondary for the foreseeable future, as he remains under contract through 2028.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Strategic A.J. Terrell decision exposed Ian Cunningham's clear ulterior motive Now that the Atlanta Falcons have restructured the contract of another core player, it's no secret that Ian Cunningham has a trick up his sl...

MARCH 16 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Chiefs Give Mahomes Much-Needed Help, Commanders Get Top WR

With the combine just days away, here how FOX Sports Research currently sees the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft shaking out.

FEBRUARY 19 • FOX SPORTS

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Chiefs Give Mahomes Much-Needed Help, Commanders Get Top WR

Puka Nacua said what Falcons fans have been screaming for years about A.J. Terrell Most Atlanta Falcons fans know how dangerous A.J. Terrell is, and Puka Nacua just poured gasoline on that fire.

FEBRUARY 16 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Photos | Atlanta Falcons on the Red Carpet at NFL Honors Join Bijan Robinson, A.J. Terrell Jr., James Pearce Jr., and Xavier Watts in San Francisco as they walk the red carpet at the NFL Honors awa...

FEBRUARY 6 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons' chances of signing coveted 4-time Pro Bowler have never felt more real The Atlanta Falcons badly need secondary help, and adding Marlon Humphrey is the best possible way to provide A.J. Terrell with some help.

JANUARY 31 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Another impressive season Terrell recorded 68 total tackles (49 solo), 12 passes defensed and two forced fumbles over 15 regular-season games in 2025.

Impact Despite playing 86 fewer defensive snaps in 2025 than in 2024, Terrell still registered more total tackles (66 to 68), passes defensed (six to 12) and forced fumbles (zero to two) than he did last season. The veteran corner from Clemson has proven to be one of the NFL's premier defensive backs, posting 61 passes defensed, including six interceptions, since entering the league in 2020. Under contract through the 2028 season, Terrell is expected to remain a key portion of the Falcons' secondary for years to come.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

A.J. Terrell's forced fumble ends Saints' opening drive on its first play The New Orleans Saints begin their opening drive with a completed pass from quarterback Tyler Shough to tight end Juwan Johnson, but Atlanta...

JANUARY 4 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Good to go vs. New Orleans Terrell (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Terrell was added to Saturday's injury report due to an illness, but it won't prevent him from playing in Sunday's NFC South clash. The sixth-year pro has logged 64 tackles (46 solo), 12 pass defenses and one forced fumble through 14 regular-season games.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with illness Terrell (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Saints, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Terrell was a new addition to Saturday's injury report with a sudden illness. If the cornerback is unable to overcome the issue in time for Sunday's divisional clash, he will likely be inactive for the game. If Terrell is unable to play, Natrone Brooks would be set to start at outside cornerback opposite Cobee Bryant.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Don't look now, but one struggling Falcons' veteran is finally turning things around Puka Nacua was blanketed by the Atlanta Falcons last night, which is mainly because of star CB A.J. Terrell.

JANUARY 2 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Robinson runs for 195 yards as Falcons recover to upset Rams 27-24 on 51-yard field goal by Gonzalez

Zane Gonzalez kicked a 51-yard field goal with 21 seconds remaining and the Atlanta Falcons recovered after blowing two 21-point leads to upset the Los Angeles Rams 27-24

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Standing Alone: A.J. Terrell Against Puka Nacua Some matchups feel less like a chess match and more like a collision course, and Week 17 brings one of those moments for A.J. Terrell agains...

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

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A day later, Falcons cornerback duo of brothers Avieon and A.J. Terrell can't stop hugging

Falcons draft Clemson's Avieon Terrell with first pick of NFL draft to join brother A.J. Terrell

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Chiefs Give Mahomes Much-Needed Help, Commanders Get Top WR

Robinson runs for 195 yards as Falcons recover to upset Rams 27-24 on 51-yard field goal by Gonzalez