Deebo Samuel has joined the Commanders, but wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will wear No. 1 for the 49ers this season, confirmed by the team after a social media video. Pearsall, a 2024 first-round pick, had a challenging start to his rookie year due to a shooting but managed 31 catches for 400 yards and three touchdowns in 11 games. Offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak stated that Pearsall views himself as a starter, especially with Samuel gone and Brandon Aiyuk’s return uncertain, positioning him for a larger role in his second year.
