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Julian Pearl
Pearl with Illinois in 2022
Ottawa Redblacks
PositionOffensive tackle
Roster statusActive
CFL statusAmerican
Personal information
Born (1999-10-06) October 6, 1999 (age 27)[1]
Silvis, Illinois, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Listed weight305 lb (138 kg)
Career information
High schoolDanville
CollegeIllinois (2018–2023)
NFL draft2024: undrafted
Career history
* Offseason or practice squad member only
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Julian Pearl (born October 6, 1999)[1] is an American professional football offensive tackle for the Ottawa Redblacks of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football at Illinois.

Early life

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Pearl attended high school at Danville. Coming out of high school, Pearl initially committed to play for the Northern Illinois Huskies.[2] However, Pearl flipped his commitment to play for the Illinois Fighting Illini.[3][4]

College career

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In Pearl's first season in 2018, he decided to redshirt and played in two games as a defensive end.[5] During the 2019 season, Pearl played in just two games.[6] In the 2020 Covid-shortened season, Pearl played in seven games where he made four starts.[7] During the 2021 season, Pearl played in 12 games with 11 starts at left guard.[8] During the 2022 season, Pearl was a part of a Fighting Illini offensive line that were semifinalists for the Joe Moore Award.[9] During the 2022 season, Pearl started 12 games for the Fighting Illini, where he was named an honorable mention all Big-Ten selection.[10] Heading into the 2023 season, Pearl was named preseason second-team all Big-Ten.[11] In 2023, Pearl would play in and start all 12 games for the Fighting Illini.[12]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
HeightWeightArm lengthHand span40-yard dash10-yard split20-yard split20-yard shuttleThree-cone drillVertical jumpBroad jumpBench press
6 ft 6 in
(1.98 m)		312 lb
(142 kg)		35+1⁄8 in
(0.89 m)		10+1⁄4 in
(0.26 m)		5.30 s1.95 s3.00 s4.77 s8.20 s40.0 in
(1.02 m)		8 ft 9 in
(2.67 m)		20 reps
All values from NFL Combine/Pro Day[13][14]

Baltimore Ravens

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Pearl with the Baltimore Ravens in 2024

Pearl signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent on May 3, 2024.[15] He was also selected by the Michigan Panthers as the sixth overall selection in the 2024 UFL draft on July 17.[16] He was waived on August 27.[17]

Minnesota Vikings

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On October 29, 2024, the Minnesota Vikings signed Pearl to their practice squad.[18] He was released on November 29.[19]

Cleveland Browns

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On December 10, 2024, the Cleveland Browns signed Pearl to their practice squad.[20] He signed a reserve/future contract with Cleveland on January 6, 2025.[21] On August 4, Pearl was waived by the Browns.[22]

Pittsburgh Steelers

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On August 18, 2025, Pearl signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers.[23] However, Pearl was released by the Steelers on August 24.[24]

Michigan Panthers

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On September 17, 2025, Pearl signed with the Michigan Panthers of the United Football League (UFL).[25]

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

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On March 19, 2026, Pearl signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League (CFL).[26] He was released on May 31 as part of final roster cuts.[27]

Ottawa Redblacks

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On June 15, 2026, Pearl signed with the Ottawa Redblacks.[28]

References

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  1. 1 2 Asmussen, Bob (October 10, 2023). "At every Illini game, Danville grad has his own cheering section". The News-Gazette. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  2. ↑ Tim, Egdy (February 6, 2017). "Danville offensive tackle Julian Pearl verbally commits to Northern Illinois". NBC Sports. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  3. ↑ Vainisi, Jim (April 21, 2017). "Three-star OL Julian Pearl flips commitment from Northern Illinois to Illinois Football". The Champaign Room. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  4. ↑ Wierda, Marlee (November 17, 2020). "Body transformation paying off for Pearl as he prepares for possible first start at Nebraska". WCIA.com. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  5. ↑ Choate, Craig; Wierda, Marlee (April 22, 2019). "Griffin, Pearl ready to contribute after redshirt seasons". WCIA.com. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  6. ↑ "JULIAN PEARL OT/EDGE ILLINOIS". nfldraftbuzz.com. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  7. ↑ Harvey, Paul (January 8, 2023). "Julian Pearl, Illinois OL, announces plans on 2023 season". Saturday Tradition. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  8. ↑ Kimball, Anderson (August 26, 2022). "Illini Julian Pearl's position switch vaulted him up NFL Draft boards". St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  9. ↑ Kimball, Anderson (March 26, 2023). ""My heart was full": Isaiah Adams and Julian Pearl ready for last ride together on Illini line". The Pantagraph. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  10. ↑ Olson, Andy (January 9, 2023). "Julian Pearl returning for sixth season with Illini". WCIA.com. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  11. ↑ Olson, Andy (August 8, 2023). "Danville's Julian Pearl making the most out of final year with Illini". WCIA.com. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  12. ↑ "Julian Pearl". Illinois University Athletics. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  13. ↑ "Julian Pearl Draft and Combine Prospect Profile". NFL.com. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
  14. ↑ "2024 NFL Draft Scout Julian Pearl College Football Profile". DraftScout.com. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
  15. ↑ Brown, Clifton (May 3, 2024). "Ravens Announce 22-Member Undrafted Rookie Class". BaltimoreRavens.com.
  16. ↑ "2024 UFL College Draft: Showboats select Kansas QB Jason Bean with No. 1 pick". FoxSports.com. July 17, 2024. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
  17. ↑ Brown, Clifton (August 27, 2024). "Ravens Make Cuts, Set 53-Man Roster". BaltimoreRavens.com.
  18. ↑ Kleifield, Rob (October 29, 2024). "Vikings Sign Offensive Lineman Julian Pearl to Practice Squad Among Roster Moves". Vikings.com. Retrieved October 29, 2024.
  19. ↑ Peters, Craig. "Vikings Sign Daniel Jones & Gabriel Murphy to Practice Squad". vikings.com. Retrieved November 30, 2024.
  20. ↑ "Browns place Greg Newsome II on injured reserve". ClevelandBrowns.com. December 10, 2024.
  21. ↑ "Browns sign nine to reserve/futures contracts". ClevelandBrowns.com. January 6, 2025.
  22. ↑ "Browns sign TE Mitch Van Vooren and RB Trayveon Williams". clevelandbrowns.com. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  23. ↑ Varley, Teresa. "Steelers make moves, sign three". steelers.com. Retrieved August 19, 2025.
  24. ↑ Varley, Teresa. "Steelers make initial round of roster moves". steelers.com. Retrieved August 24, 2025.
  25. ↑ Larsen, James (September 17, 2025). "Michigan Panthers Sign OT Julian Pearl & DB Nate Brooks". Pro Football Newsroom. Retrieved September 17, 2025.
  26. ↑ "Transactions - Football Player Trades and Signings". CFL.ca. Retrieved March 25, 2026.
  27. ↑ Heilman, Michael. "Hamilton Tiger-Cats sign DB Devodric Bynum, release 23 players". BGMSportsTrax.com. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  28. ↑ "Ottawa Redblacks cut local product Eric Cumberbatch, sign one". 3DownNation.com. Retrieved June 16, 2026.
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