NFL Reinstates James Pearce Jr. After Suspension; Falcons Release DEs

• The NFL reinstated James Pearce Jr. after serving an eight-game suspension.
• The Atlanta Falcons released defensive ends Jared Ivey and Drake Jackson.
• James Pearce Jr. could return to the lineup this week, potentially aiding the Falcons.
• The Falcons did not fill the roster spots left by Ivey and Jackson.
• Pearce's return could help the Falcons compete in the NFC South division.