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A first-round pick in 2024, Pearsall was shot in the chest during a robbery attempt just prior to the start of the season and wound up missing six games as a result. As you'd suspect, his numbers weren't great, finishing with a 31-400-3 line. He closed strong, however, catching 14 passes for 210 yards and a pair of touchdowns over the final two weeks. While it's always a bit dangerous to get read too much into late-season production (for example, Patrick Taylor had 121 yards in Week 18 and faces an uphill battle to even make the team in 2025), there's no doubt that Pearsall has talent.
When the 49ers selected him, many suspected the Florida alum was taken with an eye on the future, and with Samuel gone the opportunity to become a major part of the offense is here. Shanahan can be notoriously tough on young wideouts, so we'll see if Pearsall can ingratiate himself quickly. The arrival of veteran Demarcus Robinson provides the team some depth at the position, though he feels more like a stopgap until Aiyuk can return from injury.
In breaking down the 49ers' receiving corps, Jennings looks to be the higher-floor, lower-ceiling candidate while Pearsall has a bit more boom or bust in his outlook. If he can lock down the slot, his speed and height could make him a problem for opposing cornerbacks both downfield and in jump ball situations. As your fourth or fifth receiver, Pearsall offers interesting upside.
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