James Pearce, Atlanta Falcons
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Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. has been accused of three felonies and one misdemeanor related to an incident near Miami last month involving WNBA player Rickea Jackson, according to court documents.
Pearce was selected 26th overall by the Falcons in the 2025 NFL Draft after two first-team All-SEC seasons with Tennessee. He posted 26 combined tackles, 10 tackles for loss and 10.5 sacks in his rookie year and finished in third place for NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Falcons defender James Pearce Jr. has been charged with three felonies and a misdemeanor in relation to an incident involving WNBA player Rickea Jackson.
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