The Falcons have been happy to see Pearce thrive, even if it results in the occasional training camp brawl. Unfortunately, two of the team's other rookies have been dealing with minor injuries. First-round pick Jalon Walker is dealing with a hamstring injury and has been limited to individual drills in practice.

Veteran Leonard Floyd and rookie first-round picks Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. are already making an impact for the Falcons, who had their first practice of training camp in pads on Tuesday.

ESPN reported that Pearce got into a scuffle with offensive guard Matthew Bergeron, whose helmet came off in the fracas. The very next play, Pearce drew the ire of offensive tackle Kaleb McGary, who was screaming at Pearce with his helmet off.