Twin brothers eager to play final season together at Idaho

Javen and Jamarion Augustus look to make the most of their last year as Vandals

Apr. 5, 2026 at 10:29am

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Twin brothers Javen and Jamarion Augustus are excited to play their final season of college football together at the University of Idaho. The two have been teammates on the Vandals' roster since 2022 and are looking forward to one last year suiting up side-by-side before graduating.

Why it matters

Sibling athletes playing together at the collegiate level is a rare and special occurrence, and the Augustus brothers have made the most of their time as Vandals. Their final season will be a bittersweet moment as they wrap up their university careers.

The details

Javen and Jamarion Augustus have been key contributors to the University of Idaho football team since joining the roster in 2022. Javen is a wide receiver while Jamarion plays defensive back, giving the twins complementary roles on the field. The brothers have cherished the opportunity to compete alongside each other at the Division I level.

  • The Augustus brothers joined the University of Idaho football team in 2022.
  • This upcoming 2026 season will be their fourth and final year playing together as Vandals.

The players

Javen Augustus

A wide receiver for the University of Idaho Vandals football team.

Jamarion Augustus

A defensive back for the University of Idaho Vandals football team.

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What they’re saying

“We sold them on the idea they had one year left.”

— Hayden Hatten, Former All-American wide receiver for the University of Idaho

The takeaway

The Augustus brothers' final season playing together at the University of Idaho will be a bittersweet moment, as they wrap up their collegiate careers side-by-side after four years of competing as Vandals.