Ricky Pearsall, a rookie wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, has had his 21-day practice window opened as he returns from the reserve/non-football injury list due to a chest injury. Pearsall was injured in a gunshot incident during an attempted robbery, which has delayed his NFL debut. The 49ers are preparing to face the Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch, and while Pearsall is expected to resume practicing, his immediate role in the offense may be limited due to the presence of established receivers.

• Ricky Pearsall's return to practice is a positive sign for the 49ers.
• His involvement in the offense may be limited initially due to the depth at wide receiver.