In a troubling incident, Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. has been arrested in Florida on multiple charges related to domestic violence.
Details of the Arrest
Pearce was apprehended on Saturday in Miami-Dade County. His charges include:
- Two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon
- One count of aggravated stalking
- Fleeing and eluding police officers
- Aggravated battery of a law enforcement officer
- Resisting an officer without violence
The athlete was booked at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center at approximately 6:58 p.m. on the day of his arrest.
Incident Overview
According to Doral police chief Edwin Lopez, Pearce fled from a domestic dispute, ultimately crashing his vehicle during a police pursuit.
Response from the Atlanta Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons acknowledged the incident, stating, “We are aware of an incident involving James Pearce Jr., in Miami. We are in the process of gathering more information and will not have any further comment on an open legal matter at this time.”
Pearce’s Performance in the NFL
James Pearce, 22, had an impressive rookie season. He was third in the AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year voting and recorded 10.5 sacks. This remarkable feat is notable as it was the most for a rookie since Micah Parsons achieved a similar record in 2024.
The Falcons selected Pearce with the 26th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and he quickly made a name for himself on the field. His recent legal troubles, however, now overshadow his promising career.
