Posted on Sep 02
49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall placed on reserve/NFI list after being shot during robbery attempt
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49ers' Ricky Pearsall placed on reserve/non-football injury list after being shot in robbery attempt
Why it matters: The young wide receiver's unfortunate incident will sideline him for at least the first four games of his rookie season.
The San Francisco 49ers have placed rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall on the reserve/non-football injury list following a shooting incident during a robbery attempt near Union Square in San Francisco.
What's new: Pearsall was shot in the chest during a struggle with a 17-year-old male suspect. Both Pearsall and the suspect were injured during the incident.
Yes, but: There is no indication that Pearsall was targeted because of his status as a professional football player.
- San Francisco Police Chief William Scott stated that there was "no indication" that the suspect specifically targeted Pearsall due to his profession.
- District Attorney Brooke Jenkins noted that a charging decision on the suspect, who is a juvenile, would be made soon.
Pearsall, selected by the 49ers with the No. 31 pick in the NFL draft, will miss a significant portion of his rookie season as he recovers from his injuries.
In response to the open roster spot, the 49ers have signed offensive tackle Brandon Parker to a one-year deal. This move provides depth and insurance as the team continues to work on adjusting left tackle Trent Williams' contract.
What to watch: As Pearsall focuses on his recovery, the investigation into the robbery attempt and shooting incident remains ongoing.
What's next: The 49ers will closely monitor Pearsall's progress and determine when he is ready to return to the field.
The bottom line: While Pearsall's injury is a setback for both him and the team, the focus now is on his recovery and ensuring justice is served in the ongoing investigation.