James Pearce is questionable to play in Week 9 against the Bengals.

06 November 2026

Pearce’s status is not injury-related. This likely has more to do with whether or not head coach Kevin Stefanski believes Pearce is in enough shape to play a game after being sidelined for eight weeks due to his suspension. Pearce was a full participant in practice, and teams said he will operate on a pitch count, so it seems highly unlikely he will be scratched on game day. In addition to Pearce, the Falcons also listed LB Yasir Abdullah (hamstring), WR Beaux Collins (hip), LB Divine Deablo (forearm), and OT Cameron Williams (ankle) as questionable for Week 9.