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Rickea Jackson and James Pearce Jr. Ignite Relationship Rumors at NFL Draft

4/26/2025

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Los Angeles Sparks star Rickea Jackson and Tennessee footballer James Pearce Jr. made headlines at the 2025 NFL Draft, where Pearce was picked 26th overall by the Atlanta Falcons. Their unexpected appearance together ignited a flurry of online speculation about their relationship, leaving fans buzzing with excitement. Jackson, a former Lady Vols standout, just wrapped up her rookie WNBA season.

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Los Angeles Sparks star Rickea Jackson and Tennessee footballer James Pearce Jr. made headlines at the 2025 NFL Draft, where Pearce was picked 26th overall by the Atlanta Falcons. Their unexpected appearance together ignited a flurry of online speculation about their relationship, leaving fans buzzing with excitement. Jackson, a former Lady Vols standout, just wrapped up her rookie WNBA season.