The Atlanta Falcons selected James Pearce Jr. in the 2025 NFL Draft. After selecting the talented pass rusher, pressure started to build.

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- As James Pearce Jr. walked off the field after the second and final practice of Atlanta Falcons mandatory minicamp, he glanced to his right and shouted cornerback A.J.

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- The Atlanta Falcons did more pre-draft work on James Pearce Jr.'s character than anybody, and they feel their belief has been validated.

Draft analysts project James Pearce Jr. as a late first-round or early second-round pick. Could land with contender teams like the Detroit Lions or the Philadelphia Eagles.

Where did James Pearce Jr go in 2025 NFL draft? The Falcons traded with the Rams to pick him 26th. Here are his stats, highlights and scouting report.

James Pearce Jr. is motivated to prove himself after the Falcons showed strong belief in his talent and potential.

Los Angeles Sparks star Rickea Jackson and former Tennessee edge rusher James Pearce Jr. appeared to make their relationship public during the 2025 NFL Draft on Thursday night.

The Atlanta Falcons selected Tennessee edge rusher James Pearce Jr. with their first-round pick, and here are three key things to know about him.

Los Angeles Sparks star Rickea Jackson and new Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pearce appeared to hard-launch their relationship on NFL Draft night. Pearce, 21, went to the Falcons with the 26th ...

The Atlanta Falcons traded back into the first round and added to their defense by selecting Tennessee’s James Pearce Jr. with the No. 26 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Atlanta sent the Los Angeles ...

James Pearce Jr. was a star at Tennessee, totaling 17.5 sacks over his last two seasons. However, as Pearce enters the NFL Draft, the league has more concerns with him beyond his play. Pearce is ...

Tennessee Volunteers edge James Pearce Jr. was available, until the Atlanta Falcons selected Pearce with the 26th pick. The Bengals reportedly hosted Pearce for a visit earlier in April.