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Liam McKeone

Ricky Pearsall's Mom Says He's in 'Good Spirits' After Robbery Attempt

May 10, 2024; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (14) runs drills during the 49ers rookie minicamp at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA. Mandatory Credit: Robert Kupbens-USA TODAY Sports | Robert Kupbens-USA TODAY Sports

On Saturday, San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot through the chest during an attempted robbery in downtown San Francisco. It was quickly reported the first-round pick was stable and recovering, but the NFL world anxiously awaited further updates on the situation.

On Sunday morning, Pearsall's mother provided such an update. Erin Pearsall posted on her Facebook profile that Pearsall was in "good spirits" and the bullet had missed all vital organs.

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