49ers Rule Out Ricky Pearsall, Jauan Jennings for Thursday Night vs. Rams
With Brock Purdy, Brandon Aiyuk, George Kittle out, San Francisco turns to Demarcus Robinson, Skyy Moore.
Overview
- Pearsall, the team's leading receiver by yardage this season, was ruled out with a knee injury after not practicing this week.
- Jennings will miss the game with ankle and rib injuries, as confirmed alongside rulings on WR Jordan Watkins (calf) and DE Robert Beal (ankle).
- The absences compound an offense already without quarterback Brock Purdy plus key targets Brandon Aiyuk and George Kittle on a short week.
- Demarcus Robinson and Skyy Moore are listed as the primary options at wide receiver, with Mac Jones set to start at quarterback.
- USA TODAY notes Kendrick Bourne and Marquez Valdes-Scantling are also available, with tight end Jake Tonges expected to factor into the passing plan.