**Rookie Ricky Pearsall Shines in 49ers' Victory Over Buccaneers**

TAMPA, Fla. -- San Francisco 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall made a memorable impact in Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. While the return of running back Christian McCaffrey has already bolstered the 49ers' lineup, it was Pearsall who ignited the scoring.

Facing a second-and-5 situation at Tampa Bay's 46-yard line, 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy executed a flawless play. Purdy scanned the field and delivered a precise throw to Pearsall over the middle. Pearsall caught the pass in full stride, sprinting towards the corner of the end zone and narrowly crossing the goal line before stepping out of bounds. This impressive effort earned Pearsall his first career touchdown and gave San Francisco an early 7-0 lead with 4:15 remaining in the first quarter.

Pearsall’s journey to this moment has been anything but smooth. The rookie receiver, who was San Francisco’s first-round pick (No. 31) in April's draft, missed the team's first six games of the season. His absence was due to a harrowing incident at the end of August, where he was shot in the chest during an alleged robbery attempt.

Despite the challenges, Pearsall’s return to the field has been nothing short of inspirational. His performance against the Buccaneers serves as a testament to his resilience and skill, making him a promising player to watch as the season progresses.