49ers Wide Receiver Pearsall shot during attempted robbery in San Francisco, officials say

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot Saturday during an attempted robbery in downtown San Francisco, city officials said.

Mayor London Breed said in a post on the social platform X that Pearsall was shot in Union Square. She did not immediately provide details on his condition.

“My thoughts are with Ricky and his family at this time,” Breed said.

San Francisco police said in a statement that Pearsall was injured during the robbery, and so was the suspect. Both were taken to the hospital, the statement said. Police did not return calls requesting more information.

A message was left for a team spokesperson. “He’s good,” 49ers teammate Deebo Samuel posted on X. “Thank God!!!!”

The 23-year-old Pearsall was drafted in the first round by the 49ers with the 31st overall pick in April but has been slowed by injuries since joining the team.

He missed time during training camp due to hamstring and shoulder issues before returning to practice this past week wearing a non-contact blue jersey while his shoulder heals.

Pearsall started his college career at Arizona State and moved to Florida for his final two seasons. He had 65 catches for 965 yards and four touchdowns for the Gators last season and finished his college career with 159 catches for 2,420 yards and 14 touchdowns.

The Niners had hoped Pearsall could contribute as a rookie as a backup to starters Brandon Aiyuk and Samuel.