Stefanski confirms Pearce returns to Falcons for individual drills
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 4:46 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski announced that James Pearce Jr. has returned to the team following a four-month absence due to a domestic violence arrest. Pearce will participate in individual drills as the NFL continues to review his case. This development marks a significant step for the player amid ongoing scrutiny from league authorities.
- •James Pearce Jr. returns to Falcons ahead of training camp.
- •Head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed his participation in drills.
- •Pearce was absent for four months after an arrest.
- •The NFL is still reviewing his case.
- 5:42 PMESPN NFL — Stefanski confirms Pearce's return to Falcons
"Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed James Pearce Jr. has returned to the team four months after a domestic violence arrest and will do individual drills. The NFL says Pearce's case remains under review.
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