The 49ers expressed concern about Pearsall's knee after he participated in just two training camp practices. The injury is related to the posterior cruciate ligament issue that forced him to miss eight games in the 2025 regular season. esporist.org
Pearsall's absence opens opportunities for other receivers, including rookie De'Zhaun Stribling and veteran Demarcus Robinson. The injury-prone receiver has struggled to stay on the field since being drafted in the first round in 2024, recording 67 catches for 928 yards and three touchdowns in 20 games over two seasons.
