San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is expected to play this season despite being shot in the chest during an attempted robbery in downtown San Francisco. Pearsall, who was placed on the reserve/non-football injury list, will miss at least the first four games of the season but has already returned to the team’s facilities and weight room. The shooting occurred when a 17-year-old tried to steal Pearsall’s Rolex watch, leading to a physical altercation. Pearsall's mother revealed that the bullet missed his vital organs, and he was released from the hospital in stable condition. The San Francisco Police Department and a sergeant who helped Pearsall at the scene received thanks from the 49ers and Pearsall's family. The team and fans have expressed relief and gratitude for Pearsall's recovery and resilience.