- Ricky Pearsall
- #14
- Team SF
- Pos WR
- Status QQuestionable
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Limited again Thursday
Pearsall (illness/chest) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Pearsall is operating with a cap on his reps so far during Week 18 prep due to an illness and a chest injury, both of which are new health concerns for the rookie first-round pick. Friday's practice report will reveal whether or not he has a designation ahead of Sunday's game at Arizona, but if he's active, Pearsall will be working with QB Joshua Dobbs instead of Brock Purdy, who isn't expected to be available due to a banged-up right throwing elbow.
Published: Thu, Jan 2 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Falls ill, has chest injury
Pearsall was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to an illness and a chest injury, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Since getting held without a reception in three consecutive contests from Weeks 11 through 13, Pearsall's involvement in the 49ers' passing game has increased in four straight games, culminating with career highs across the board (8-141-1 on 10 targets) during Monday's 40-34 loss to the Lions. With his health now compromised, however, Pearsall's status will be one to monitor as the week rolls along to get a sense of his odds to suit up Sunday at Arizona.
Published: Wed, Jan 1 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Breakout fantasy performance Monday
Pearsall finished with eight receptions on 10 targets for 141 yards and a touchdown while adding six rushing yards on two attempts in Monday's 40-34 loss to Detroit.
Analysis: Pearsall experienced a true fantasy breakout after weeks of inconsistent play over the second half of the season. The first-round pick finished behind only fellow rookie wideout Malik Nabers (7-171-2) for top honors in receiving yards for Week 17. The unfortunate news for Pearsall's potential managers Week 18 is that starting quarterback Brock Purdy exited Monday's contest with an injury to his throwing elbow, which could jeopardize his availability for Sunday's regular-season finale against…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 9:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Improved play Sunday
Pearsall had four receptions on as many targets for 37 yards in Sunday's 29-17 loss to Miami.
Analysis: Pearsall experienced more success against the Dolphins than he did against the Rams last week (1-16-0) on the same amount of targets. The first-round rookie wound up logging 43 snaps on offense (70 percent) Sunday, his highest total since making his pro debut against the Chiefs in Week 7. With the 49ers officially being eliminated from playoff contention, perhaps the coaching staff will want to take a harder look at Pearsall over the club's final two games, starting with a home tilt against the…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles with four targets
Pearsall had one reception (on four targets) for 16 yards in Thursday's 12-6 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Pearsall saw his highest target total since Week 10 (4-73-1 on six targets), but he was able to generate only one reception off the increased workload. The 49ers offense stalled as an entire unit, so it's hard to put the blame for Thursday's anemic offensive output on the rookie. With San Francisco all but mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, the team may opt to get a better look at Pearsall against Miami on Sunday, Dec. 22.
Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles with four targets
Pearsall had one reception on four targets for 16 yards in Thursday's 12-6 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Pearsall saw his highest target total since Week 10 (4-73-1), but he was only able to generate one reception off the increase workload. The 49ers offense stalled as an entire unit, so it's hard to put the blame for Thursday's anemic offensive output on the rookie. With San Francisco all but mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, the team may opt to get a better look at Pearsall against Miami next Sunday.
Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles with four targets
Pearsall had one reception on four targets for 16 yards in Thursday's 12-6 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Pearsall saw his highest target total since Week 10 (4-73-1), but he was only able to generate one reception off the increase workload. The 49ers offense stalled as an entire unit, so it's hard to put the blame for Thursday's anemic offensive output on the rookie. With San Francisco all but mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, the team may opt to get a better look at Pearsall against Miami next Sunday.
Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Held to one catch Sunday
Pearsall had one reception (on two targets) for five yards in Sunday's 38-13 rout of the Bears.
Analysis: Pearsall turned in another poor fantasy outing, but this time there wasn't a snow storm to dismiss the low production. The first-round rookie was in for 49 percent of San Francisco's offensive snaps as he continues to serve as the team's No. 3 option behind starters Deebo Samuel and Jauan Jennings. Despite his recent struggles, those in deeper leagues may consider Pearsall in Week 15 for a potential high-scoring affair against the Rams on Thursday Night Football.
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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Just one target in snowy loss
Pearsall failed to bring in his lone target in Sunday's 35-10 loss to Buffalo.
Analysis: Pearsall was on the field for 35 offensive snaps (73 percent), but his lack of involvement likely had more to do with the harsh weather conditions this time around. That said, the rookie slot man hasn't recorded a reception (on three targets) in three consecutive games since his breakout performance in Week 10. Pearsall should be more involved as the season progresses given the 49ers' current injury issues in addition to his steady role (averaging 36.1 snaps on offense when active). The…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Non-factor in loss
Pearsall failed to record a target in Sunday's 39-10 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Pearsall played 33 of San Francisco's 49 offensive snaps Sunday, tied with Deebo Samuel for the second-most snaps among wide receivers behind Jauan Jennings (45). Despite handling his second-largest snap share of the season, the rookie wideout failed to earn a single target from quarterback Brandon Allen. Pearsall will look to bounce back after two straight weeks without a reception when the 49ers visit the Bills in Week 13.
Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 1:39am by Rotowire.com
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Held catchless Sunday
Pearsall failed to bring in either of his two targets in Sunday's 20-17 loss to Seattle.
Analysis: Pearsall was nowhere to be seen on Sunday after scoring the first touchdown of his professional career Week 10. The rookie still logged a healthy 37 snaps on offense (59 percent), but he didn't receive nearly as many targets as a week prior (six). Pearsall should continue seeing a handful of targets while operating as the 49ers' No. 3 receiver behind Deebo Samuel and Jauan Jennings against the Packers next Sunday.
Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores first career TD
Pearsall had four receptions (six targets) for 74 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-20 win over Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Pearsall got the scoring started in the first quarter when he took a deep pass from Brock Purdy for 46 yards while extending the ball for the first touchdown of his professional career. The 24-year-old Pearsall served as the team's third wideout behind Deebo Samuel and Jauan Jennings, but the rookie was the only one of the three to get into the end zone. Pearsall appears to be gaining confidence in head coach Kyle Shanahan's offense as the team prepares to take on the Seahawks next Sunday.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Gains 77 yards on SNF
Pearsall had four receptions on as many targets for 38 yards while adding a 39-yard rush in Sunday's 30-24 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: Pearsall followed his pro debut last week against Kansas City with 78 combined yards against Dallas on Sunday Night Football. The first-round rookie was more involved in his second game, garnering five touches after starting wideout Deebo Samuel (ribs) exited Sunday's victory for an already depleted receiver room. The 49ers will have the upcoming bye week to get healthy, so Pearsall may not be needed the way he was in Sunday's victory. That said, the rookie is worth a roster spot in most…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 9:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes NFL debut Sunday
Pearsall (chest) made his pro debut in Sunday's 28-18 loss to the Chiefs, grabbing three receptions for 21 yards off of five targets in Sunday's 28-18 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Pearsall triumphantly made his NFL debut after suffering a natural injury to his left shoulder this preseason and then surviving a gunshot wound to the other shoulder from an off-field incident. The 2024 first-round selection saw his usage increase in the second half after starter Brandon Aiyuk went down with what is being feared as an ACL tear in the loss. Pearsall still has to make up for lost time before being fully integrated into head coach Kyle Shanahan's offense, but the rookie is…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 9:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Making NFL debut
Pearsall (chest) is listed as active Sunday against the Chiefs.
Analysis: Pearsall thus will make his long-awaited NFL debut after enduring a gunshot wound during an attempted robbery Aug. 31 that resulted in him spending the first six weeks of the campaign on the reserve/non-football injury list. With Jauan Jennings (hip) sidelined, Pearsall will have a chance to mix into the 49ers offense, but the team may prefer the veteran presence of Chris Conley as the No. 3 WR behind Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk for this high-profile matchup.
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for NFL debut
Pearsall (chest) remains listed as questionable but is on track to make his NFL debut in Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Jay Glazer on Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Pearsall (chest) was activated off the reserve/non-football injury list Saturday after he turned in a trio of full practices during Week 7 prep. With Jauan Jennings (hip) ruled out, Pearsall could get playing time on offense right away and challenge Chris Conley for the No. 3 receiver role behind Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk.
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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Poised for season debut
Pearsall (chest) was activated off the reserve/non-football injury list Saturday, but he remains questionable for Sunday's contest against the Chiefs, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: This was reported Friday, but the 49ers made it official with this transaction. With Jauan Jennings (hip) out ahead of the Super Bowl rematch, it'll be interesting to see how much work Pearsall will get right out of the gate. Chris Conley, the projected No. 3 target, is a capable veteran, but Pearsall, the team's 2024 first-round pick, was reportedly back working out only a few short weeks after suffering a gunshot wound during an attempted robbery Aug. 31, and San Francisco might be…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 19 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for activation
Pearsall (chest) doesn't have an injury designation and is expected to be activated for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: It's good timing for the 49ers with No. 3 receiver Jauan Jennings (hip) out for the first time this season, but they may prefer veteran Chris Conley over Pearsall as the regular replacement. Pearsall was a full practice participant all week and apparently will be activated from the reserve/non-football injury list before Sunday.
Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Another full practice Thursday
Pearsall (chest) practiced fully Thursday.
Analysis: As for the rest of the 49ers' receiving corps, Deebo Samuel (wrist) again was limited Thursday while wearing a blue non-contract jersey, and Jauan Jennings (hip) has yet to practice this week. That marks two of the team's top three wide receivers, which may spur San Francisco to get Pearsall back on the active roster for the first time since Sept. 2. Friday's injury report will unveil whether he has a designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs, but the 49ers will need to activate him…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 4:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice Wednesday
Pearsall (chest) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: After the 49ers designated him to return from the reserve/non-football injury list Monday, Pearsall managed to handle every rep in his first official practice since he sustained gunshot wound during an attempted robbery Aug. 31. Currently, the team has a 21-day window in which to evaluate the rookie first-rounder and add him back to the active roster. With Deebo Samuel (wrist) a limited participant and Jauan Jennings (hip) not practicing Wednesday, there may be reason for San Francisco to need…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 4:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Return window opens Monday
The 49ers opened Pearsall's (chest) 21-day practice window to return from the reserve/non-football injury list Monday, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Pearsall will resume practicing as the 49ers prepare to face the Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch Sunday. In order to suit up and make his season debut, the 2024 first-round draft pick would first have to be added to the 53-man roster in an official move.
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Practice window to open soon
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday that Pearsall (chest) will return to practice next week, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Shanahan thus confirmed a report from Albert Breer of NFL on Prime Video prior to Thursday's game at Seattle. The 49ers will need to make a procedural move to allow Pearsall to practice, but once his 21-day window to do so is opened, he'll begin the final stages of getting back into game shape after he suffered a gunshot wound during an attempted robbery Aug. 31.
Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Slated to practice next week
Pearsall (chest) is in line to return to practice next week, Albert Breer of NFL on Prime Video reports.
Analysis: Pearsall has been focusing on rehab since suffering a gunshot wound during an attempted robbery on Aug. 31, residing on the reserve/non-football injury in the meantime. The 49ers may have precipitated his return if the receiving corps was dealing with anything other than nicks and bruises, but now that he's nearly six weeks removed from the event, the team will open his practice window in the near future.
Published: Thu, Oct 10 at 5:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Practice window won't open Week 6
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Pearsall (chest) will not have his practice window opened ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Seahawks, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Pearsall will continue his rehab process, with San Francisco facing a short week of practices en route to a Thursday night divisional matchup against Seattle. For the time being, the rookie first-round pick will remain on the reserve/non-football injury list due to a gunshot wound sustained during an attempted robbery on Aug. 31. The 49ers haven't yet offered a clear timetable for Pearsall's return to practice, but with Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings all healthy, the team has no…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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Not returning to practice this week
Pearsall (chest) won't return to practice this week, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports.
Analysis: Head coach Kyle Shanahan made the announcement Wednesday, two days after he said that a decision hadn't yet been made about when Pearsall might resume practicing. It's unclear how much the decision is about Pearsall needing more time to recover, as the 49ers may be slow-playing things because they don't need help at wide receiver with Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings all healthy right now.
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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No decision yet on return to drills
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that the 49ers haven't made a decision whether or not to open Pearsall's (chest) practice window this week, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports.
Analysis: Pearsall has resided on the reserve/non-football injury list since he suffered a gunshot wound during an attempted robbery on Aug. 31, keeping him out of commission for the first four games of the campaign. He's eligible to return as soon as Week 5, but Shanahan appears to be keeping the situation close to the vest. Pearsall resumed working out during Week 2 prep, and he even ran routes on a side field on Sept. 20. With Deebo Samuel only missing one game (Week 3) due to a recent strained…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Running routes at practice
Pearsall (chest) ran routes on a side field Thursday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Barrows notes that Pearsall was making sharp cuts and appeared to be running at full speed, which supports earlier reports that the rookie hopes to be ready for games when he's first eligible to return from injured reserve Week 5. Pearsall's role at that point will partially depend on the health of San Francisco's other pass catchers, namely WR Deebo Samuel, who is expected to miss the next two or three games with a calf injury. While nobody can truly replace Samuel's unique blend of talents,…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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Back to working out
Coach Kyle Shanahan revealed Friday that Pearsall (chest/shoulder) resumed working out at the 49ers' facilities this week, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Pearsall suffered a gunshot wound during an attempted robbery on Aug. 31, but he was discharged from the hospital one day later before the 49ers placed him on the reserve/non-football injury list on Labor Day. Since then, it was revealed that the team expected the rookie first-round pick to return when first eligible Week 5, and getting back to working out, including in the weight room, is a decent sign that he's on track for such an outcome. For as long as Pearsall remains sidelined, Jauan…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 4:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Aiming for Week 5 return
The 49ers have an expectation that Pearsall (chest) will be able to play when first eligible to return from the reserve/non-football injury list Week 5, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Pearsall sustained a gunshot wound during an attempted robbery last Saturday and was discharged from the hospital one day later before the 49ers placed him on reserve/NFI on Labor Day. The rookie first-round pick returned to team facilities Tuesday, and head coach Kyle Shanahan told David Lombardi of The Athletic on Friday that Pearsall will rest up for about one week before beginning the rehab process in earnest. San Francisco hosts the Cardinals in Week 5 on Oct. 6, which gives Pearsall…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 7:42am by Rotowire.com
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To begin rehab in roughly one week
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Pearsall (chest/shoulder) will focus on resting for roughly one more week before beginning his rehab process, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Pearsall, who will have to spend at least the first four games of the season on the reserve/non-football injury list, is in the early stages of recovery after having sustained a gunshot wound during an attempted robbery over the weekend. General manager John Lynch said Wednesday that he expects Pearsall to play in his rookie season, but it remains to be seen what sort of recovery timetable the 49ers have in mind. It's encouraging, though, that Pearsall is already nearing clearance to start…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 5 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play this season
49ers general manager John Lynch said Tuesday that he expects Pearsall (chest/shoulder) to come off the reserve/non-football injury and play at some point this season, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lynch said Pearsall's recovery has been "nothing short of miraculous," as the rookie wide receiver returned to team facilities Tuesday after having been shot during an attempted robbery Saturday. Due to having been placed on the reserve/NFI list on Monday, Pearsall is ruled out for at least the first four games of the regular season, but it appears as though the 2024 first-rounder will suit up at some point in his rookie season.
Published: Tue, Sep 3 at 1:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Present at team facilities
Pearsall (chest/shoulder) was placed on the reserve/non-football injury list Monday and returned to San Francisco's team facilities Tuesday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Pearsall managed to rejoin the team in some capacity just two days after Saturday's robbery attempt in which he sustained a gunshot wound to the chest. San Francisco will doubtless take a cautious approach with the rookie first-round pick's recovery, but it's encouraging to see Pearsall already back at the team facilities. Due to his placement on the reserve/NFI list, Pearsall will not be eligible to suit up for the 49ers' first four games of the regular season.
Published: Tue, Sep 3 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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Placed on NFI list Monday
The 49ers placed Pearsall (chest/shoulder) on the reserve/non-football injury list Monday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Pearsall's placement on the reserve/NFI list rules him out for at least the first four games of the regular season after he sustained a gunshot wound to the chest as the victim of a robbery attempt Saturday. The rookie first-round pick was discharged from San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center on Sunday after having had his condition upgraded from "serious" to "fair" earlier in the day.
Published: Mon, Sep 2 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Discharged from hospital Sunday
The 49ers announced that Pearsall (shoulder/chest) was released Sunday from San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center.
Analysis: Pearsall was upgraded from "serious" to "fair" condition earlier Sunday, and he's now been given clearance to return home. The development is obviously great news for the rookie receiver after he was shot in the chest as the victim of an alleged robbery attempt Saturday.
Published: Sun, Sep 1 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Condition upgraded to fair
Pearsall (shoulder/chest) was upgraded to fair condition by San Francisco General Hospital on Sunday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Pearsall was shot in the chest as the target of an alleged attempted robbery in San Francisco on Saturday and was initially listed as being in serious condition. Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, Pearsall's mother posted on social media earlier Sunday that the bullet that hit the rookie receiver exited out his back and missed his vital organs. While these updates provide optimism about Pearsall's chances of making a full recovery, more should be known upon further evaluation by his medical team.
Published: Sun, Sep 1 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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Stable after being shot in chest
Pearsall (shoulder) was the victim of a shooting Saturday in San Francisco and is in stable condition, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
Analysis: Per Cunningham, Pearsall was shot "through the chest in a robbery attempt over a Rolex" as the rookie was leaving a signing event and headed to San Francisco's Union Square. Cunningham added that both Pearsall and the suspect were shot following a struggle for control of the gun.
Published: Sat, Aug 31 at 5:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices in non-contact jersey
Pearsall (shoulder) returned to practice Monday in a non-contact jersey, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Pearsall's participation in practice is a positive step forward, even if he's wearing a blue non-contact jersey. The rookie first-round pick had been sidelined since Aug. 6 due to a shoulder subluxation he's dealt with since college and which caused him to miss all three of San Francisco's preseason contests. Pearsall has two weeks remaining to ramp up his activity level before San Francisco's regular-season opener against the Jets on Monday, Sept. 9.
Published: Mon, Aug 26 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to practice Monday
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Sunday that Pearsall (shoulder) will return to practice Monday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Pearsall has been sidelined since Aug. 6 due to a pre-existing shoulder sublaxation that he sustained in college, and he did not suit up for San Francisco's 24-24 tie in the preseason finale against Las Vegas. Shanahan appears to be doubling down on his comments following Friday's exhibition when he said that he was hopeful for Pearsall to return to practice this coming week. The rookie first-rounder's level of participation Monday should shed some light on his availability for the…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 25 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Could return to practice soon
Coach Kyle Shanahan indicated after Friday's preseason finale that he hopes Pearsall (shoulder) will be able to practice this coming week, Jeremy Bergman of NFL.com reports.
Analysis: When asked if he thought Pearsall -- who was unavailable for the contest -- would be ready for Week 1 action, Shanahan said "I hope so...We'll see how he is this week. Hoping he gets into practice this week, and if he does, that's a pretty good sign that he could be available for then." The report adds that Shanahan told reporters Friday that Pearsall is dealing with a subluxation (or partial dislocation) of his shoulder, which stems from the wideout's time in college. It's an issue that left…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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Won't practice this week
Pearsall (shoulder) is not in line to practice this week and remains a non-participant Tuesday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that there was hope Pearsall could make his preseason debut Friday versus the Raiders, but that ship seems to have sailed. The rookie first-round pick has missed roughly all but one week of training camp due to a shoulder issue, so he's been deprived of valuable installation reps in the 49ers' complex offensive scheme, as well as opportunities to establish chemistry with quarterback Brock Purdy. That Brandon Aiyuk (contract dispute) has also remained off the…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 20 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Could suit up Friday
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that he's "hopeful" Pearsall (shoulder) will return to practice this week and be able to suit up for Friday's preseason finale against the Raiders, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Pearsall is currently dealing with a shoulder injury, and he previously began training camp on the non-football injury list due to a hamstring issue. That's resulted in the rookie first-round pick missing a huge portion of valuable reps, including San Francisco's first two preseason games. With Brandon Aiyuk's hold-in still ongoing, it will be encouraging for Pearsall's prospects if he's indeed able to get back on the field soon and handle some preseason reps during Friday's road exhibition…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 19 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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Hopeful for Week 1
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday that he hopes Pearsall (shoulder) will be healthy and available for a Week 1 matchup with the Jets on Monday, Sept. 9, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: With Brandon Aiyuk's hold-in lasting to this point in the preseason, Pearsall has missed out on valuable reps as he tends to his second injury since reporting for training camp in mid-July. The current issue is the shoulder injury that also impacted the first-round rookie during OTAs. Shanahan's comments Friday indicate Pearsall is making progress in his recovery behind the scenes, but the wide receiver would begin to allay concerns from outside the team by getting back on the practice field.
Published: Fri, Aug 16 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to play Saturday
Pearsall (shoulder) isn't in line to play in Saturday's preseason game at Tennessee, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Pearsall kicked off training camp on the active/non-football injury list due to a hamstring injury, and since the 49ers activated him July 29, the shoulder issue that impacted his on-field work during OTAs resurfaced. With Brandon Aiyuk away from the team as he seeks either a long-term contract from San Francisco or a trade elsewhere, Pearsall is missing out on key reps in camp and now the exhibition slate. Pearsall's next chance for game action is Sunday, Aug. 18 against the Saints.
Published: Sat, Aug 10 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Shoulder injury resurfaces
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Tuesday that Pearsall aggravated the shoulder injury that forced him to begin training camp on the active/non-football injury list, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Shanahan said the 49ers only removed Pearsall from the practice field Tuesday as a precaution, but the timing is unfortunate for the 2024 first-round pick. With Brandon Aiyuk currently present at camp but not practicing while awaiting a potential trade, there are first-team reps available in practice for Pearsall, and he could end up being a Week 1 starter alongside Deebo Samuel and Jauan Jennings. The former Florida standout will need to get fully healthy first, however.
Published: Tue, Aug 6 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Activated from NFI list
Pearsall (hamstring) has been activated from the active/non-football injury list.
Analysis: As a result, Pearsall, who the 49ers took 31st overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, is in uniform for the team's first padded training camp practice, per Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle. Now that the Florida product is back on the field, he figures to compete with Jauan Jennings for slotting behind top WRs Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk, the latter of whom has been present for practice but not participating as he seeks a new contract.
Published: Mon, Jul 29 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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Making recovery progress
Pearsall (hamstring) worked on the side at Friday's practice and has progressed to running routes at what has seemingly been full speed, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Pearsall remains on the active/non-football injury list, but it looks like he could be ready to be activated and resume practicing as early as next week. Once ready to retake the field, the rookie first-round pick might have an opportunity to take advantage of Brandon Aiyuk's current hold-in and get some extra first-team reps in.
Published: Fri, Jul 26 at 4:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Hamstring injury appears minor
49ers GM John Lynch said Tuesday that Pearsall (hamstring), who remains on the active/non-football injury list, is expected to miss at least the first four practices of training camp, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lynch said Pearsall will miss the first block of training camp, which consists of roughly four sessions, due to a hamstring injury he suffered away from team facilities. Meanwhile, Brandon Aiyuk is among veterans reporting for camp Tuesday, though he remains dissatisfied with his contract. It's encouraging that Pearsall doesn't appear to be staring at a lengthy absence, but the 2024 first-round pick's opportunities will depend on a combination of his health and the impression he makes on the…read more
Published: Tue, Jul 23 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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Starting camp on NFI list
The 49ers placed Pearsall (undisclosed) on the active/non-football injury list Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Pearsall's placement on the NFI list indicates that his injury was sustained away from team activities. The details and severity of the injury remain undisclosed, but the 2024 first-round pick's placement on the NFI list comes at the same time as Brandon Aiyuk's official request to be traded, potentially depriving the 49ers of both negotiation leverage and receiver depth. If Aiyuk's request is granted and he ends up traded, Pearsall will benefit from a substantially clearer path to starting…read more
Published: Tue, Jul 16 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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