Atlanta Falcons defensive end James Pearce Jr. is eligible to play in Week 9 against the Cincinnati Bengals after completing an eight-game suspension. The suspension, which began at the start of the 2026 season, has kept Pearce Jr. off the field for the first half of the campaign. The Falcons are evaluating his readiness for the upcoming matchup, with a decision expected later in the week. Pearce Jr., a key pass rusher for Atlanta, has been sidelined since the season opener.
Falcons' James Pearce Jr. Could Return vs. Bengals in Week 9 After Suspension
