The Atlanta Falcons traded up in the 2025 NFL Draft, acquiring pass rusher James Pearce Jr. and safety Xavier Watts. The Rams received a second-round pick, a seventh-round pick, and a future first-round pick in exchange. Pearce had a strong rookie season, recording 10.5 sacks and earning a Defensive Rookie of the Year nomination. However, he later faced serious legal issues after an incident involving his ex-girlfriend. The Rams utilized their acquired picks to select tight end Terrance Ferguson and wide receiver Konata Mumpfield.
"James Pearce had a good season on the field for the Falcons, notching 10.5 sacks, a forced fumble and fumble recovery, and 16 QB hits in his rookie year and garnering a Defensive Rookie of the Year nomination."
"After the season, Pearce made headlines off-the-field in the worst possible way. He was arrested on very serious charges stemming from an incident where he is alleged to have rammed his vehicle into his ex-girlfriend's car as she attempted to flee to the police station."
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