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James Pearce Jr.

DE • #27
Atlanta Falcons

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Player Info

  • Height
    6-5
  • Weight
    242
  • Arms
    32 3/4
  • Hands
    10
  • Experience
    R
  • College
    Tennessee
  • Age
    21
  • Hometown
    Charlotte, NC

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Breaking down James Pearce Jr.'s college highlights | 2025 NFL Draft

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James Pearce Jr. on what he wants teams to know about him | 'The Insiders'

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Patrick Mahomes Simulcam comparison returns against James Pearce Jr.

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James Pearce Jr.'s 40-yard dash is Simulcast against Eagles' players

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James Pearce Jr. runs official 4.47-second 40-yard dash at 2025 combine

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