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49ers' Ricky Pearsall's Miraculous Recovery After Being Shot in Union Square

Sep 5, 2024, 07:59 PM

San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is recovering after being shot in the chest during an attempted robbery in Union Square, San Francisco, on Saturday. The bullet entered through the right side of his chest and exited out of his back without hitting any vital organs. Pearsall is doing 'remarkably well' and has already returned to the team facilities in Santa Clara. He was seen watching practice from the sidelines just five days after the incident. The team expects him to suit up and play this season, although he will miss at least the first four games. The shooting has galvanized the 49ers, with teammates such as Trent Williams and George Kittle expressing their support. Williams, who was holding out from the team, decided to end his contract negotiations to be with Pearsall and the team. Coach Kyle Shanahan noted that the bullet missed Pearsall's vital organs by inches and entered just below a tattoo of praying hands on his chest. San Francisco Police Sergeant Joelle Harrell was praised for her quick response in aiding Pearsall at the scene.