The Falcons needed to make a splash so they traded a future first-round pick to go get Pearce at pick No. 26. On Friday, Pearce arrived in Atlanta ready to bring the heat. When asked how he would ...

Former Tennessee defensive lineman James Pearce Jr. was selected by Atlanta in the first round (No. 26 overall) of the NFL draft. Pearce Jr. appeared in 13 games for the Vols in 2024, recording 38 ...