Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. Arrested in Florida on Battery Allegations
Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker James Pearce Jr. was arrested in Florida following an alleged domestic incident. The arrest occurred on a Saturday in Miami-Dade County, where Pearce faces several serious charges.
Arrest Details
According to police reports, Pearce was involved in a domestic dispute with Rickea Jackson, a forward for the Los Angeles Sparks. The confrontation escalated, leading to Pearce’s arrest.
- Charged with two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon
- Accused of aggravated stalking
- Charged with fleeing from and eluding law enforcement
- Accused of aggravated battery against a law enforcement officer
- Resisting arrest without violence
Pearce was booked at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center at 6:58 p.m. Doral police chief Edwin Lopez stated that Pearce crashed his vehicle during a police pursuit following the alleged incident.
Statement from the Atlanta Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons issued a statement acknowledging the incident involving Pearce. They expressed their awareness of the situation and indicated that they are currently gathering more information. The team refrained from commenting further due to the ongoing legal matters.
James Pearce Jr.’s Career Highlights
At just 22 years old, Pearce enjoyed a remarkable rookie season in the NFL. He was highly regarded, finishing third in the AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year voting.
- Recorded 10.5 sacks, the highest for a rookie since Micah Parsons in 2024.
- Selected 26th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft by the Falcons.
The situation is developing, and further updates are expected as the legal process unfolds. Fans and analysts alike are keeping a close eye on the implications for Pearce and the Falcons moving forward.
