James Pierre Jr. is an American professional football cornerback in the National Football League, born September 16, 1996, in Deerfield Beach, Florida. This tag page collects news, articles, interviews, and updates covering his journey from an undrafted free agent signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2020 through stints with the Washington Commanders and his current role with the Minnesota Vikings. Coverage includes his defensive performances, special-teams contributions, career milestones such as his first NFL start and interception, a 34-yard fumble recovery touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals, and his 2026 two-year contract. The tag is relevant for tracking an experienced reserve cornerback whose career arc spans multiple franchises.
