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Ricky Pearsall Injury Setback

PUBLISHED Aug 10, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

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ARTICLE/SUMMARYSan Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has been ruled out for the entire 2026 National Football League season after aggravating a posterior cruciate ligament injury in his right knee. General Manager John Lynch announced on August 1, 2026, that the third-year wideout will undergo reconstructive surgery followed by an extensive rehabilitation timeline. Pearsall initially sustained the knee damage during Week 4 of the 2025 campaign, and recurring structural swelling during training camp in Santa Clara forced management to place him on season-ending injured reserve. The setback deals a major blow to San Francisco's offensive depth chart following offseason adjustments. To offset the loss, the 49ers quickly moved to reunite with veteran receiver Deebo Samuel on a one-year contract. Head coach Kyle Shanahan and his staff continue evaluating remaining roster options during training camp as the team prepares for the upcoming regular season.

By Michael Grant | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On April 25, 2024 San Francisco selected Ricky Pearsall in first round.
On August 31, 2024 Pearsall survived a shooting during attempted robbery.
On October 20, 2024 Pearsall made his regular-season professional debut.
On September 28, 2025 Pearsall sustained initial right knee posterior cruciate ligament injury.
On August 1, 2026 John Lynch announced Pearsall's season-ending knee surgery.
On August 1, 2026 San Francisco placed wide receiver on injured reserve.
On August 1, 2026 Deebo Samuel rejoined team on one-year contract.
On August 8, 2026 Kyle Shanahan discussed offensive adjustments addressing loss.
On September 10, 2026 San Francisco opens regular-season competition against opponents.
On August 1, 2027 Pearsall targets individual football rehabilitation milestone completions.

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