Minnesota Vikings

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James Pierre is a 30-year-old left cornerback who signed with Minnesota on a two-year deal worth $4.25 million annually. The 6'2", 185-pound defensive back joined the Steelers as an undrafted free agent after Florida Atlantic in 2020 and spent six seasons in Pittsburgh, appearing in 95 games with 13 starts. He recorded 147 career tackles, four interceptions, and 22 passes defensed with the Steelers, adding five forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. In 2025, Pierre started five games—a career high—and posted 11 passes defensed and one interception, including a fumble recovery for a touchdown.

James Pierre played 15 games in 2025 with a 33% share of defensive snaps.

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