49ers’ Pearsall: Rash of Wide-Receiver Injuries ‘Not Normal,’ but Team Pushing Forward

‘We can complain about it or we can put our heads down and go to work,’ said the second-year player.

Ricky Pearsall (14) of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on Jan. 5, 2025. Christian Petersen/Getty Images

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is optimistic about the Niners’ receiver room despite a bevy of injuries.

Brandon Aiyuk is still recovering from a dual ACL-MCL tear he suffered in October; Jauan Jennings is sidelined with a calf injury; Russell Gage has an MCL sprain; DeMarcus Robinson will serve a suspension for DUI; and rookie Jordan Watkins has a high ankle sprain. But the 49ers also have veterans Robbie Chosen and Skyy Moore to lead a young corps. Pearsall said Thursday that the pressure to perform is part of the game, no matter who is in the room.