5 months, 1 week ago

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall to return to practice 6 weeks after shooting incident

Ricky Pearsall, who was shot in the chest during a robbery attempt nine days before San Francisco 49ers’ season began, will return to practice next week, Kyle Shanahan said Friday. Shanahan said the 49ers will open Pearsall’s practice window Monday, though he stopped short of saying the team would remove the rookie receiver from the non-football injury list ahead of Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs. GO DEEPER 49ers' Ricky Pearsall wanted to assure teammates he was OK — so he showed up at work Pearsall, the 31st pick in this year’s draft, was shopping near Union Square in San Francisco on Aug. 31 when the robbery attempt occurred. The team is still awaiting an MRI on Wright, though it’s likely the 49ers will need to conduct another tryout and sign another kicker before next week’s Super Bowl rematch with Kansas City.

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

San Francisco 49ers receiver Ricky Pearsall forgives teenager who shot him in the chest

CNN

CNN — San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall said he wants to meet and forgive the person who shot him in the chest during an attempted robbery last year. If I can create an impact on him in any way, I think that would be really good and I’d be open to doing that for sure.” The shooting took …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey headed to IR with an injured right knee

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey will not need surgery on his injured right knee but he will miss the rest of the regular season. He’ll be back stronger than ever next year to help us.” San Francisco sits alone in last place in the NFC West standings, two wins behind division-leading Seattle, and …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Christian McCaffrey’s season ‘potentially’ over after knee injury in 49ers’ loss to Bills

Associated Press

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — San Francisco running back Christian McCaffrey suffered a knee injury that coach Kyle Shanahan described as “potentially” season-ending in the 49ers’ 35-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night. “I think PCL is usually a couple weeks, but I’m not exactly sure yet,” Shanahan said. Thought he came out great, looking real good.” McCaffrey’s 19-yard …

4 months, 1 week ago

Ricky Pearsall scores first NFL touchdown just 71 days after being shot

Daily Mail

Ricky Pearsall's comeback to the gridiron likely now feels complete as he scored his first NFL touchdown just 71 days after being shot. Pearsall's first touchdown comes in his third NFL game, a 46-yard scamper and score on a pass from Brock Purdy. Ricky Pearsall scored his first NFL touchdown on Sunday, 71 days after he was shot in August …

4 months, 1 week ago

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall scores first career touchdown just 10 weeks after shooting

New York Times

San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall scored his first NFL touchdown Sunday — just 10 weeks after being shot in the chest. GO DEEPER 49ers’ Ricky Pearsall goes from feel-good story to needed target in loss to Chiefs Following the shooting, Pearsall was placed on injured reserve and returned to game action less than two months later on …

4 months, 1 week ago

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey activated from injured reserve: ‘I feel great’

New York Times

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Christian McCaffrey says the Achilles tendonitis issue that kept him sidelined over the first eight weeks of the season is behind him. “I feel good now,” McCaffrey said after Friday’s practice. “He’ll be good to go unless something crazy happens on this plane ride,” Shanahan said. Shanahan said Bosa suffered “a little hip pointer” early in …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

San Francisco 49ers release huge Christian McCaffrey update as star running back nears first game of the season

Daily Mail

The 49ers have released a major Christian McCaffrey injury update with the running back still yet to play this season due to Achilles issues. San Francisco RB Christian McCaffrey has returned to practice amid Achilles injuries McCaffrey was seen walking onto the practice field today in a video posted by the 49ers In another clip from NBC Sports Bay Area …

5 months ago

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall goes from feel-good story to needed target in loss to Chiefs

New York Times

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — At one point during the second half of Sunday’s game, George Kittle looked around the huddle and was jarred by what he saw. It was a huge blessing for me today.” Welcome back, Ricky ❤️ pic.twitter.com/E4LUyiHdZj — San Francisco 49ers October 21, 2024 With everything Pearsall went through in the last 50 days, his first game …

5 months ago

49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall will make his debut 50 days after being shot in the chest

The Independent

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5 months ago

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall to make NFL debut vs. Chiefs, Kyle Shanahan says

New York Times

San Francisco 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall will make his NFL debut Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs, just 50 days after he was shot through the chest during a robbery attempt in San Francisco. “He’s doing a really good job, obviously being back and just bringing the juice, going really fast in and out of his cuts and creating …

5 months ago

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall may make debut seven weeks after being shot: ‘Waiting for that moment’

LA Times

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall sits on the bench during the second half of a Sept. 29 game against the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium. Four days later, San Francisco general manager John Lynch was asked during a radio appearance whether there’s a chance the rookie would see the field Sunday, when the 49ers host the undefeated …

5 months ago

Ricky Pearsall’s emotional return to the 49ers included a refreshing dose of levity

New York Times

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Ricky Pearsall’s return to the San Francisco 49ers’ practice field was understandably emotional, given the scary circumstances that delayed the rookie receiver’s NFL debut. Pearsall, who turned 24 last month, hasn’t quite been skipping around like Jimmy Stewart in “It’s A Wonderful Life,” but he has demonstrated an infectious lightness of being. Sign Up His popularity …

6 months ago

San Francisco 49ers are dealt ANOTHER big injury blow as star player misses practice before Rams game with hamstring problem

Daily Mail

The 49ers' offense has been ravaged by injuries early this season, and the team was dealt another blow on Thursday as tight end George Kittle missed practice with a hamstring injury. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the five-time Pro Bowler is experiencing tightness in the area, and his status for his team's game vs. the Rams on Sunday is up …

6 months, 1 week ago

Christian McCaffrey's status for Week 2 revealed - as he continues to battle calf injury and Achilles tendonitis

Daily Mail

Christian McCaffrey has been ruled out of Week 2 of the NFL season and the San Francisco 49ers are considering placing him on injured reserve, it has been reported. The NFL's star running back missed the team's Week 1 win over the Jets and was questionable for Week 2 as he continues to battle a calf injury and Achilles tendonitis. …

6 months, 1 week ago

Christian McCaffrey could have played for 49ers if it was the playoffs, Shanahan says

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan said All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey could have played in the 49ers’ opener if it had been a playoff game but the team held him out to make sure his Achilles tendinitis didn’t become a more serious issue. The decision to hold McCaffrey out of Monday night’s 32-19 win over the …

6 months, 1 week ago

Nine days after being shot, 49ers’ Ricky Pearsall honors those who saved his life

LA Times

49ers receiver Ricky Pearsall with San Francisco Police Sgt. Instead, the rookie wide receiver watched the 49ers’ season opener against the New York Jets on Monday night in street clothes from the sideline, just nine days after being shot in the chest during an attempted robbery in San Francisco’s Union Square district. Joelle Harrell and Dr. Lucy Kornblith as the …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

The 49ers expect rookie Ricky Pearsall to make a full recovery following shooting

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch expects rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall to make a full recovery after he was shot last weekend during an attempted robbery. Pearsall was walking alone carrying shopping bags to his car shortly after 3:30 p.m. Saturday when a juvenile suspect attempted to rob him with a gun in the Union …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers’ Ricky Pearsall wanted to assure teammates he was OK — so he showed up at work

New York Times

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — It has to be fake. “I didn’t hear anything back, so at that moment my adrenaline started going up a little bit.” That was the initial plunge Cowing and his 49ers teammates felt around 4 p.m. Saturday. GO DEEPER 49ers' Lynch: Pearsall 'doing really well' after Saturday shooting “Multiple people said this is about as good …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Ricky Pearsall is RELEASED from hospital - just 24 hours after 49ers rookie was shot in attempted robbery in San Francisco

Daily Mail

San Francisco 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall was released from hospital Sunday after being shot during an attempted robbery, the team confirmed. San Francisco 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall was released from hospital Sunday after being shot An update on Ricky Pearsall. The wideout was treated at San Francisco General He was shot in the chest during an attempted mugging in San …

6 months, 3 weeks ago

San Francisco 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall released from hospital after being shot in attempted robbery

LA Times

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was hospitalized after getting shot during an attempted robbery in the city’s Union Square. Ricky Pearsall, the San Francisco 49ers’ rookie wide receiver and first-round draft pick, was released from the hospital Sunday a day after being shot during an attempted robbery in the city’s Union Square. “San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky …

7 months, 2 weeks ago

Rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall is impressing the 49ers early in training camp

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The decision to draft receiver Ricky Pearsall 31st overall looked like a luxury more than an immediate need for the San Francisco 49ers back in April. But the longer Brandon Aiyuk’s contract “hold in” goes on, the more Pearsall might be needed to produce as a rookie on what should be one of the NFL’s most …

9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ricky Pearsall taking advantage of Brandon Aiyuk’s absence at 49ers practices

New York Times

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Ricky Pearsall has been easy to pick out in San Francisco 49ers practices. Kyle Shanahan said that’s due to “soreness” Pearsall experienced coming out of the first week of OTAs last month. We’ve been really impressed with how he’s started off.” • Christian McCaffrey said he hopes the two-year contract extension he signed Tuesday helps lift …

10 months, 3 weeks ago

49ers post-NFL Draft depth chart: Where do Ricky Pearsall and Dominick Puni fit?

New York Times

The San Francisco 49ers have filled out their 90-man roster with eight draft picks and a class of undrafted free agents. The Athletic’s draft analyst Dane Brugler called the UDFA pickup “an attitude runner who sets the tone with his physicality and contact balance.” GO DEEPER 2024 NFL Draft's best undrafted free agents: Kedon Slovis, Gabriel Murphy, other UDFAs Receiver …

10 months, 3 weeks ago

San Francisco 49ers take Florida receiver Ricky Pearsall with the 30th pick in the NFL draft

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch got a text from star receiver Brandon Aiyuk soon after drafting Florida’s Ricky Pearsall with the 30th pick. Can’t lie.” The Niners ended the first day of the NFL draft by adding a rookie receiver in Pearsall and keeping its established stars Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel despite heavy speculation …

1 year, 2 months ago

Christian McCaffrey will miss the 49ers regular-season finale but should return for playoffs

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — NFL leading rusher Christian McCaffrey will miss San Francisco’s regular-season finale with a mild calf strain but should be ready to return for the playoffs. “We’re real confident on that,” coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday about McCaffrey being ready for the playoff opener. Shanahan said he hadn’t decided yet on whether he will rest any healthy …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets QB Aaron Rodgers activated from IR as next step in rehab. He won’t play again until next season

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers will remain on the practice field to continue working on his return for the New York Jets — for next season. The four-time NFL MVP was activated from the injured reserve list Wednesday, a move coach Robert Saleh said is merely the next step in Rodgers’ rehabilitation from a torn left Achilles tendon. “We’ve …

1 year, 3 months ago

Aaron Rodgers may be medically cleared next week to return to play: Reports

New York Times

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers may be medically cleared next week to return to playing in games, according to multiple reports. The Jets travel to the Miami Dolphins this week and host the Washington Commanders on Christmas Eve, which could be Rodgers’ targeted return. After two rough outings for Boyle, he was waived, replaced by Wilson and New York …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers ‘looks normal’ to coach during practice in comeback attempt

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers took a few more steps — and provided a highlight play — in his comeback attempt from a torn left Achilles tendon. Coach Robert Saleh said Friday the 40-year-old quarterback “pushed it a little bit” at practice Thursday, when he was listed as a limited participant after sitting out Wednesday. I’m like, ‘Chill!’ That’s …

1 year, 3 months ago

Aaron Rodgers’ recovery sets new standard for players who tear Achilles tendon: Analysis

Associated Press

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. Even if Rodgers doesn’t play again for the New York Jets this season because it wouldn’t make sense if they’re eliminated from the playoff race, his recovery so far sets a standard. The goals of rehab are to get full range of motion and strength back without …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers still focused on playing again this season and perhaps before Dec. 24

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers was leaned back in a chair at a board room table in the New York Jets’ facility surrounded by a dozen local reporters when a simple question jumpstarted the conversation. “So in my opinion, there’s not like a downside to coming back and, you know, reinjuring it,” Rodgers said. I wanted to come back …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets begin Aaron Rodgers’ 21-day practice window in next step in recovery from torn Achilles tendon

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers’ improbable comeback from a torn Achilles tendon has taken the next step. Saleh said there’s “no added risk” in taking this step, emphasizing it’s not necessarily a signal that Rodgers will play again this season as much as it is the next part of the quarterback’s rehabilitation process. “Being around him the time I’ve …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets open window for Aaron Rodgers to return to practice: Is the QB any closer to playing?

New York Times

The New York Jets opened Aaron Rodgers’ window to return to practice Wednesday, one day after the quarterback said he isn’t healthy enough to play right now as he recovers from tearing his Achilles tendon in Week 1. The Jets have 21 days to activate the 39-year-old from injured reserve, but coach Robert Saleh emphasized Wednesday that Rodgers isn’t necessarily …

1 year, 4 months ago

Saleh says it’ll be Rodgers’ call to play again with Jets if he’s cleared by doctors to return

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers will have the final call on whether he plays again this season for the New York Jets — if and when he gets medical clearance. Coach Robert Saleh said Wednesday the team will defer to the four-time NFL MVP, who’s rehabilitating from a torn left Achilles tendon four snaps into his debut with the …

1 year, 4 months ago

Aaron Rodgers said he’d return from Achilles tear in ‘a few weeks.’ He was kidding

LA Times

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers walks on the field before Monday night’s game against the Chargers on in East Rutherford, N.J. Sorry, New York Jets fans — Aaron Rodgers is not going to be back in “a few weeks.” That’s despite what the ESPN microphones caught the injured Jets quarterback telling Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. after Monday night’s …

3 years, 4 months ago

Packers’ Rodgers returns to practice on limited basis

Associated Press

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers returned to practice on a limited basis Friday after missing the last two days due to a toe injury as he prepares for Sunday’s game at Minnesota. “He looked good throwing the football,” Packer coach Matt LaFleur said after Friday’s practice. The positive test forced him to miss the Packers’ …

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