Ricky Pearsall's 2026 NFL season ended by knee injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Former Florida Gators wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will undergo surgery on his right knee, resulting in his placement on season-ending injured reserve for the San Francisco 49ers. Pearsall, who has struggled with injuries, had a previous posterior cruciate ligament issue in the same knee that caused him to miss eight games last season. General manager John Lynch indicated that Pearsall's surgery will take place in the coming weeks, with a recovery timeline of six to 12 months. Pearsall has appeared in 20 games since being selected in the first round of the 2024 draft, totaling 67 receptions for 928 yards and three touchdowns.
- •Ricky Pearsall placed on season-ending IR due to a right knee injury
- •Surgery scheduled in the next few weeks
- •Pearsall has a history of knee injuries
- •He has 67 receptions for 928 yards in his NFL career
- •General manager John Lynch provided injury updates
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Former Gator Ricky Pearsall's 2026 season canceled by PCL injury
"Former Florida Gators wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will have knee surgery and be placed on season-ending injured reserve.
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