The NFL suspended Atlanta Falcons second-year defensive end James Pearce Jr. for eight games in the 2026 regular season, due to violating the sport's personal conduct policy, which the team announced on Friday afternoon. The suspension is effective as of Aug. 30 and is without pay, per NFL Media. Pearce is able to take part in team activities until that date, with the defender eligible for reinstatement on Nov. 2. Pearce, 22, was arrested in Doral, Florida in February after an alleged domestic violence dispute with WNBA player Rickea Jackson, his ex-girlfriend. He was charged with three feloni...
Falcons DE James Pearce Jr. Suspended 8 Games For Breaking NFL Conduct Policy
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Aug 14, 2026 • 3 weeks ago
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