Source: Pearce with Falcons, to attend minicamp (opens original article in a new tab)

James Pearce Jr. is set to join the Falcons for minicamp after being approved for a diversion program following his arrest for allegedly attacking his ex-girlfriend.

• James Pearce Jr. is returning to the Falcons and will attend minicamp
• Pearce was arrested in February for allegedly ramming his car into his ex-girlfriend's vehicle
• Pearce is in a one-year diversion program to avoid trial if he complies with its conditions
• NFL is reviewing Pearce's situation under personal conduct policy
• Falcons have not commented beyond coach's statement about legal contact