Tennessee edge rusher James Pearce Jr.has been projected to go No. 1 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft on several mock drafts. He was selected to the All-SEC first-team in 2023 and is regarded as the top returning defensive prospect across college football. Head coach Josh Heupel has noticed the buzz around Pearce and noted that he still has a long way to go before next year’s NFL Draft. However, he was over the top in his praise and explained why Pearce reached his dominant heights as early as he did.
“It does speak to his talent and some of the things that he’s done on the football field,” Heupel explained to reporters. “James is long, athletic. He’s made a bunch of plays. There’s still a lot of growth for James in his understanding of the game, being able to play at the level consistently that he’s capable of and that he wants to. He’s a young player still in our program. I say that (meaning) he wasn’t a mid-year enrollee; he’s had two falls with us. We still expect to see a ton of growth in him and go handle the season the right way.” You Might Also Like: Join the Community: You can follow us for future coverage by clicking “Follow” on the top right-hand corner of the page. Also, be sure to like us on Facebook @VolunteerCountry & follow us on Twitter at @VCountryFN. Copyright ABG-SI LLC. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. All Rights Reserved. This story was originally published May 2, 2024, 7:17 PM. Discover Spin it, Win it! Extra ₦500,000 is Given When You Join Receive Your Cash Back Only Within 2 Mins Only In MSport. MSport Online Betting | Sponsored Sign Up Register & Receive NGN500,000 Welcome Bonus Immediately New Chance To Grab iPhone 14 Away From MSport. Join Free Lucky Draw Now Or Lose it. MSport Online Betting | Sponsored Sign Up This house is only 27 sq. ft. but when you see the inside you’ll want it! Tips and Tricks | Sponsored NGN500,000 Welcome Bonus Given To Everyone! Grab & Bet Today! High Chances to Win Extra NGN500,000 Cash Rewards Every Week. MSport | Sponsored Read More Can you imagine yourself living here? We sure can! Tips and Tricks | Sponsored MSport Aviator: Up to NGN2,200,000 Rebate Free Game Bets Given Everyday & Everyhour MSport Online Betting | Sponsored Play Now ₦500,000 is Given When You Join MSport Today. Receive Your Cash Back Only Within 2 Mins Only In MSport. MSport Betting | Sponsored Sign Up 18-year-old vanished before birth of his son, cops say. He’s found dead 6 years later Sebastian Husted went missing in 2018 from his Missouri workplace, authorities say. Miami Herald The best IPO stock pick of 2016? The Motley Fool | Sponsored Smart Size will change how you shop Proper Cloth | Sponsored Woman on lunchtime walk spots ‘insanely rare’ sea creature off UK coast, video shows “(This) isn’t something most people will ever see in their lifetime.” Donald Trump Trial Suddenly Erupts in Shouting Miami Herald Ivanka Trump Graduation Photo Shuts Down Donald Trump Rumor Miami Herald High school senior killed after prom, Arkansas cops say. 19-year-old alumnus charged Miami Herald Padres, Diamondbacks look to heat up in NL West Miami Herald Take Us With You Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. MIAMI HERALD APP VIEW NEWSLETTERS SUBSCRIPTIONS Start a Subscription Customer Service eEdition Vacation Hold Pay Your Bill LEARN MORE About Us Contact Us Newsletters Archives Sports Betting Banking Coupons ADVERTISING McClatchy Advertising Place an Ad Place a Classified Ad Place an Ad – Celebrations Place an Obituary Staffing Solutions Political | Advocacy Advertising Part of the McClatchy Media Network COPYRIGHT COMMENTING POLICY PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE PREFERENCES YOUR PRIVACY CHOICES TERMS OF SERVICE
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