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'Baller': James Pearce Jr. impresses as Falcons conduct first pads practice

"Baller," was how quarterback Michael Penix described 6-foot-5, first-year edge rusher James Pearce Jr. The 26th pick in the 2025 Draft out of Tennessee, Pearce first turned some heads on Sunday with his intensity. RELATED: Bijan Robinson is preparing for another busy season as Falcons' do-it-all running back

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How Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. is helping spark an attitude adjustment

The Falcons overhauled their defense in the offseason. They're hoping players with "a natural edge" lead to a change on the field, too.

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Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. brings edge to pass rush with aggressive attitude in training camp

When the Atlanta Falcons made improving edge rusher their offseason priority, they addressed an attitude as well as a position. Veteran Leonard Floyd and rookie first-round picks Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr.

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Falcons rookie in spotlight after back-to-back scuffles as pre-draft red flags resurface

Coming into Atlanta, James Pearce Jr. was full of character concerns. On Sunday, Pearce was involved in two separate scuffles ...

The Falcons Wire on MSN20h

Falcons' first-round pick among highest-rated rookies in Madden 26

Jaguars wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter is the game's highest-rated rookie, earning an 84 overall rating. Pearce's ...

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Rookie James Pearce Jr. Is Locked In And Ready To Impress

Tennessee Volunteers defensive lineman James Pearce Jr. (27) causes a fumble by Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) which Tennessee recovered at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

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