Just seven weeks later, San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is set to make his long-awaited NFL debut this Sunday, after surviving a gunshot wound to the chest. An impressive recovery has Pearsall, who was shot during an attempted robbery in Union Square in San Francisco. Others write this comes as the latest victim of liberal soft-on-crime policies pushed by Kamala Harris. Ricky Pearsall is set to be active for the team when it takes on the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 7.
49ers officially activated WR Ricky Pearsall from the Reserve/Non-Football Injury List. Pearsall now will make his NFL debut weeks after being shot and hospitalized in San Francisco. pic.twitter.com/7CCz6BJiYI
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 19, 2024
The 24-year-old wideout avoided life-threatening injuries when the bullet narrowly missed his vital organs. Ricky Pearsall was hospitalized for one night and resumed working out with the team the following week. Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that Pearsall has had a strong week of practice and is “full-go” for Sunday’s game.
Earlier this year Pearsall was drafted 31st overall, his versatility will be a welcome addition to the Niners’ offense. And with wide receiver Jauan Jennings banged up, Pearsall could fill the role for Samuel and Aiyuk, both of whom possess star qualities. Pearsall’s ability to play both offense and make an impact on special teams makes him the kind of intriguing option for the team, but how many snaps he gets is still unclear.
Brock Purdy on his newest weapon at practice: “When you have a guy like Ricky (Pearsall) who can win man-to-man matchups, that opens up other guys.”
— David Lombardi (@LombardiHimself) October 17, 2024
49ers Hope Ricky Pearsall Can Turn Things Around
At 3-3, the 49ers are looking to turn things around after a rocky start to the year laced with injuries. As the Niners seek to improve their standing and make another deep playoff run, Pearsall’s return couldn’t come at a more opportune time.
Sunday’s game against the Chiefs will be a major milestone for Pearsall, who has overcome a near-tragic incident to play his first game in the NFL.
