49ers hold Ricky Pearsall out with knee swelling

Team says all options are under consideration

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 291 min read

More about the 49ers having “concern” over wide receiver Ricky Pearsall’s latest knee flare up, via @nwagoner: https:// Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: The issue is related to the right PCL injury Pearsall suffered last season. San Francisco has expressed concern while evaluating the flare-up.

Why it matters: Pearsall appeared in nine games last season, making another interruption significant as the 49ers prepare for 2026. His availability is now a training-camp roster variable at wide receiver.

By the numbers: Pearsall played in nine of 17 regular-season games in 2025, a 53% availability rate.

What to watch: Watch whether the evaluation changes his practice status or produces a treatment decision.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-07-29T21:37:26.083361+00:00

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