The 49ers Cannot Build Their Passing Game Around Ricky Pearsall
His PCL injury dates to last season and is now expected to require season-ending surgery.
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After lengthy discussions with doctors, 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is expected to undergo season-ending surgery Via @AdamSchefter on X
What happened: The decision followed lengthy discussions with doctors before the 2026 preseason. Ricky Pearsall is expected to miss the year while recovering.
Why it matters: Talent cannot stabilize a receiving corps from the sideline. Pearsall may retain long-term upside, but the San Francisco 49ers must stop treating his availability as a dependable part of their current plan.