Pearce Suspended as Falcons Face Pass Rush Crisis | NFL News

Atlanta Falcons pass rusher James Pearce Jr. faces an eight-game suspension after being arrested in a February domestic dispute, triggering the NFL’s personal conduct policy — despite his legal team insisting he’s innocent and a pre-trial intervention deal could lead to dismissal if he stays out of trouble for six months. The penalty sidelines the standout rookie who set a team sack record, forcing the Falcons’ defense to rely on veterans and young players as they also cope without injured teammate Jalon Walker. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5f593eb6c21d6b1e