Saturday marks seven weeks since Ricky Pearsall's life was in danger.
The San Francisco 49ers rookie was shot in the chest on August 31st by a 17-year-old boy who tried to steal his Rolex watch in San Francisco's Union Square.
Pearsall's injuries were not life-threatening. He was discharged from the hospital the next day and returned to training at the team complex the same week.
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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall works out during the 49ers' rookie minicamp at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. (Robert Kuvens/USA Today Sports)
Pearsall is set to make his NFL debut.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters on Friday that the No. 30 pick in the NFL Draft will be “fully available” this weekend.
“The players are excited,” Shanahan said. “He's been with the players for a while now, so it's not like he's not there. He's been practicing all week. It was really good to see him in the game. The players were really happy to have him. “He's had a tough week, but we're excited to have him with us.”
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall smiles during the 49ers' rookie minicamp at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. (Robert Kuvens/USA Today Sports)
The Niners gave Pearsall a 21-day practice period and officially placed him off IR.
It's unclear what his role will be alongside Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk, but you can't take someone in the first round unless you have big plans for him.
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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall carries the ball during the team's rookie minicamp on May 10, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)
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The Niners are 3-3 and have been plagued by injuries throughout the year. Christian McCaffrey He hasn't played this season. I have Achilles tendonitis in both feet.
Pearsall will make his debut in the Super Bowl rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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