# 49ers' Ricky Pearsall out for season, needs knee surgery

The San Francisco 49ers announced that wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury requiring surgery. This is a major setback for the team's offense and the rookie's first year. The injury weakens the 49ers' receiving corps as they push for a playoff spot.

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## Sources

### Sports
- [Fox News Sports](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/49ers-star-wide-receiver-ricky-pearsall-out-season-undergo-surgery-knee-crushing-blow) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:02:11 -0400