Rams linebacker Darryl Peterson and Jazz guard Darryn Peterson make history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 5:12 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Darryl Peterson III, an undrafted rookie linebacker, joined the Los Angeles Rams in April 2026. Just weeks later, his brother, Darryn Peterson, was selected second overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2026 NBA Draft. This makes them the first brothers to enter both the NFL and NBA in the same year, marking a significant milestone for the Peterson family. Darryl played for the Wisconsin Badgers before signing with the Rams, while Darryn had a standout freshman season with the Kansas Jayhawks, averaging over 20 points per game.
- •Darryl Peterson signed with the Los Angeles Rams as a rookie in April 2026.
- •Darryn Peterson was drafted second overall by the Utah Jazz on June 24, 2026.
- •They are the first brothers to enter the NFL and NBA in the same year.
- •Darryl played five seasons at the University of Wisconsin.
- •Darryn averaged 20.2 points per game in his freshman season at Kansas.
- 5:12 PMYahoo Sports — Rams rookie Darryl Peterson and his brother make NFL-NBA history
"Rams LB Darryl Peterson and Jazz G Darryn Peterson are the first brothers to enter the NFL and NBA in the same year.
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