History of Ricky Pearsall in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 19, 2025

Richard "Ricky" Pearsall Jr. is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL. He was drafted by the 49ers in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft. Before turning pro, Pearsall played college football for both the Arizona State Sun Devils and the Florida Gators, showcasing his skills at the collegiate level before entering the NFL.

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1985: Jerry Rice's Performance

In 1985, Jerry Rice recorded 241 receiving yards, the most yards by a 49ers rookie receiver in a single game, until Pearsall surpassed it in 2024.

September 9, 2000: Richard Pearsall Jr. Born

On September 9, 2000, Richard Pearsall Jr. was born. He later became a professional football wide receiver.

2020: Played in COVID-19 Shortened Season

In the COVID-19 shortened 2020 season, Pearsall played in all four of the Sun Devils' games and caught six passes for 86 yards and one touchdown.

2021: Entered NCAA Transfer Portal

After the 2021 season, Pearsall entered the NCAA transfer portal following a junior year with 48 receptions for 580 yards and a team-high four receiving touchdowns.

2022: Transferred to Florida

In 2022, Pearsall transferred to Florida and recovered from a foot injury prior to the start of the season. He finished the 2022 season with 33 receptions for 661 yards and five touchdowns.

2023: Played in 2023 Season

In the 2023 season, Pearsall had 65 receptions for 965 yards and four touchdowns.

June 21, 2024: Signed Four-Year Contract

On June 21, 2024, the San Francisco 49ers signed Pearsall to a four-year, $12.35 million contract that includes a signing bonus of $5.93 million and is fully guaranteed at signing.

August 31, 2024: Shooting and Hospitalization

On August 31, 2024, Pearsall was shot in the chest during a robbery attempt for his Rolex watch in San Francisco, and was later released from the hospital the following day.

2024: NFL Debut and Rookie Season

In 2024, Pearsall made his NFL debut in week 7. He caught his first career touchdown on November 10. Against the Detroit Lions in week 17, Pearsall had 8 receptions for 141 yards and a touchdown. He concluded the 2024 season with 31 receptions for 400 yards and three touchdowns.