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Image via Imagn Images Ricky Pearsall , who was shot during an attempted robbery on August 31, is set to make his NFL debut for the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. The rookie was en route to a signing event when the suspect attempted to steal his watch. After a struggle for a weapon, Pearsall and the victim both suffered gunshot wounds.
Pearsall was seen walking to the ambulance and reported in stable condition. Also Read: "I’m not here to rebuild": Raiders DE Maxx Crosby's cryptic comments fuel trade rumors, excite NFL fans about possible move Ricky Pearsall will make his NFL debut against Kansas City on Sunday San Francisco 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall will make his NFL debut against Kansas City on Sunday, 50 days after being shot in the chest. Pearsall has made a full recovery from his first week back at practice and will officially be removed from the non-football injury list.
Coach Kyle Shanahan is pleased with Pearsall's performance during practice. “There was no expectation in that way,” Shanahan said. “I just wanted to see him.
We hadn’t seen him out there in a while. Monday I didn’t even really count because it was a walkthrough. But Wednesday he looked great.
And Thursday was even better. And today was even more comfortable. So that made the decision pretty easy.
” Pearsall, who was shot in the chest during a robbery attempt in San Francisco's Union Square, was hospitalized overnight. He returned to practice and could play a key role against Kansas City, as No. 3 receiver Jauan Jennings is sidelined with a hip injury.
“Whatever he’s needed at,” Shanahan said of what Pearsall will do Sunday. “He’s got roles on special teams, he’s got roles as receiver and we’ll see how the game unfolds. But he’s healthy and ready to go.
” Pearsall, drafted in April, missed most training camp practices due to hamstring and shoulder injuries. However, he is expected to be ready for the opener before the shooting, according to Shanahan. “The guys are pumped,” Shanahan said.
“He’s been around the guys for a while now, so it’s not like he hasn’t been around but practicing all week. It’s been great to see him out there. I think the guys are more real happy for him that he could get back and be a part of it.
He’s had a hell of a week and we’re just pumped to get him back out there with us. Also Read: Denver Broncos dominate the Saints, 33-10, in Sean Payton’s long-awaited return to His Former Home.
