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Jauan Jennings' Injury Opens Door for Ricky Pearsall

8/1/2025

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings faces another setback with a reaggravated calf injury, first incurred during offseason training. With Coach Kyle Shanahan remaining tight-lipped on his return, Jennings' absence, coupled with Brandon Aiyuk's ACL recovery, paves the way for second-year receiver Ricky Pearsall to shine as the season approaches.

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings faces another setback with a reaggravated calf injury, first incurred during offseason training. With Coach Kyle Shanahan remaining tight-lipped on his return, Jennings' absence, coupled with Brandon Aiyuk's ACL recovery, paves the way for second-year receiver Ricky Pearsall to shine as the season approaches.