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Falcons Snag Terrell Brothers, Branch in Day 2 Draft

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The Atlanta Falcons made waves in the 2026 NFL Draft, securing Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell and Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch in their first two picks. Terrell, joining his brother A.J. on the roster, offers versatility and forced fumbles, while Branch brings lightning speed and explosive moves. The Falcons third-round pick was hailed as a steal by ESPNs Mel Kiper Jr. The team has more picks today, with day three starting at 12 p.m. eastern.

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Falcons Snag Terrell Brothers, Branch in Day 2 Draft

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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Falcons Snag Terrell Brothers, Branch in Day 2 Draft. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

It's April 25th. This is NFL News Today, your AI-powered source for everything NFL. The Atlanta Falcons came out swinging on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft, snagging Clemson Cornerback Avion Terrell and Georgia Wide. Receivers Akariye Branch as their first two picks. General manager Ian Cunningham waited patiently for value, and these selections have folks talking about steals. Avion Terrell joins his Big Brother AJ already on the Falcons roster, creating a family duo in the secondary. At 5 feet 11 and 186 pounds, he's built for the slot with five force fumbles and nine pass breakups last year, even without. Picks. ESPN's Ravguru Mel Kuiper Jr. named Atlanta, one of the biggest day two winners, praising how they united the Terrell brothers and grabbed branch. Who he graded as an early second round talent. That third round spot was pure gold. Branch brings lightning speed at 4.35 in the 40, standing 5 feet 9 and 177 pounds with explosive

moves. That turns short, passes into touchdowns right away. The Falcons wrap up the draft today with picks at number 122 in round 4 plus 6 and 7th rounders at 215 and 2. 31. Day 3 starts at 12 p.m. Eastern, so stay tuned for how they build on this hot streak.

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