After former first-round pick Ricky Pearsall missed eight games last season due to a PCL injury, the San Francisco 49ers wide receiver is dealing with swelling related to that very same injury he suffered in 2025. With San Francisco exploring all options regarding Pearsall's health and recovery, they could look for another veteran wide receiver to take his place, and one of the most intriguing options is a reunion with Deebo Samuel. The 49ers moved on from Samuel last offseason, trading him to the Washington Commanders for a 2025 fifth-round pick. That room is still a solid one, but losing Pearsall would be a huge hit, and signing a veteran wouldn't be a bad idea. More 49ers: Malik Mustapha injury shakes up 49ers battle for starting safety jobsThis article originally appeared on Niners Wire: Injury to key 49ers WR could lead to reunion with former Pro Bowler