NFL suspensions: Falcons' James Pearce Jr. among four players banned to start season
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Key Points:
- The NFL announced suspensions for four players starting Aug. 30, allowing them to participate in preseason activities; notable suspensions include Falcons pass rusher James Pearce Jr. (8 games) and Titans cornerback Nazeeh Johnson (6 games).
- James Pearce Jr. was suspended following an offseason arrest involving a felony-level incident; he struck a pre-trial agreement to have charges dismissed if he completes a program and stays out of trouble.
- Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis received a three-game suspension for violating the substance abuse policy, while Commanders pass rusher Dorance Armstrong Jr. was suspended one game for personal conduct violations.
- The NFL is still investigating cases involving Packers running back Josh Jacobs and Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, both of whom face serious allegations but were not suspended at this time.
- These suspensions impact team depth, particularly for the Falcons who also lost Jalon Walker to a torn ACL, leaving Pearce's absence significant in their pass rush lineup.
