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WNBA star Rickea Jackson is willing to come forward and tell her story, following frightening allegations against Atlanta Falcons star James Pearce Jr. Pearce was arrested for a domestic violence incident just days after appearing at the NFL Honors ceremony as a Defensive Rookie of the Year finalist.
Pearce is facing five felony charges, including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and aggravated stalking, after allegedly intentionally crashing into Jackson’s car after she ended a three-year relationship and asked her to no longer contact him.
He was also accused of striking a police officer with his vehicle as he attempted to evade arrest.
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Now, Jackson said she is “willing to testify” against Pearce, and her representation requested the court use “all possible resources and personnel” in the case to “conclude it as soon as practicable and bring justice to her and the people of the State of Florida.”
Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. (27) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Pearce, who was released after posting $20,500 bond on Sunday, received a pre-trial stay-away order from Jackson after his arrest. The two had been dating since their time as star athletes at the University of Tennessee.
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Jackson, who stars for the Los Angeles Sparks in the WNBA, was in Miami, where she plays in the Unrivaled women’s 3×3 basketball league. She has withdrawn from the league’s one-on-one tournament.
Falcons aware of incident
The Falcons addressed Pearce’s arrest and the incident with a very brief statement over the weekend.
“We are in the process of gathering more information and will not have any further comment on an open legal matter at this time,” the statement read.
Sep 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Sparks forward Rickea Jackson (2) against the Phoenix Mercury during a WNBA game at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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