Surprising new pairing: Sparks’ Rickea Jackson is girlfriend of new Falcons player
In a surprising twist that has captured the attention of sports fans nationwide, Rickea Jackson, star player for the Los Angeles Sparks, is in a relationship with James Pearce Jr., the Atlanta Falcons' 2025 first-round NFL Draft pick. Their connection became public during the NFL Draft on April 24, 2025, when ESPN cameras showed Jackson celebrating alongside Pearce in Charlotte, North Carolina. The moment was captured as Pearce was selected by the Falcons with the 26th overall pick, and Jackson was seen sitting next to him, rubbing his leg in support.Prior to this public appearance, Jackson had addressed rumors about her relationship status. In October 2024, she used a TikTok Live session to clarify that she was single, stating, "If I'm in a relationship, y'all would know. I'mma tell y'all. When I got a man, I would be like, 'That's […]