Pearsall began practicing with the team Monday. Four days later, San Francisco general manager John Lynch was asked during a radio appearance whether there's a chance the rookie would see the field Sunday, when the 49ers host the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs. "Absolutely there's a chance," Lynch said. "He's had a good practice week."
A bullet entered Pearsall's chest and exited his back but missed his vital organs, according to a social media post by his mother. He was hospitalized overnight and was able to return to the 49ers facility two days after the incident.
Lynch added: "To Ricky's credit, after just a horrific situation, he responded extremely well physically and attacked the work to get himself back and just kept working."
At the team's season-opener Sept. 9, a smiling and energetic Pearsall took part in a ceremony honoring the first responders and doctors who helped save his life.
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