James Pearce Jr.

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was James Pearce Jr. born?October 12, 2003
2. What was James Pearce Jr.'s job?Atlanta Falcons
3. What is the college football affiliation?Tennessee Volunteers
4. What is the NFL draft year?2025
5. Who is James Pearce Jr.?James Pearce Jr. is a fast and talented football player who plays as a linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL.
6. Which college team did he play for before the NFL?Before joining the NFL, he played for the Tennessee Volunteers in college football.

National Football League (NFL): The professional American football league in the United States, considered the highest level of the sport.
Linebacker: A defensive player in American football positioned behind the defensive line, responsible for stopping the run, covering passes, and rushing the passer.
NFL Draft: An annual event where teams select eligible college football players to join their rosters, with selections made in rounds based on team performance.
Tennessee Volunteers: The athletic program representing the University of Tennessee, with its football team being a prominent NCAA Division I program.