49ers rookie Pearsall embraces building connection with Purdy originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
Chemistry between quarterback and wide receiver is essential for the success of an NFL offense, a foundational principle that isn’t lost on 49ers 2024 first-round draft pick Ricky Pearsall.
Following Friday’s training camp practice, the rookie wideout detailed how he’s attempting to build a connection on and off the field with third-year quarterback Brock Purdy.
“It’s been a pleasure. Obviously he’s one of the top QBs in the league right now,” Pearsall said. “Going into a system with a quarterback like that, it’s a great blessing for myself. It’s made everything easier, just chopping it up with him each and every day. His locker is actually right next to mine, so I get to talk to him each and every day.
“You know, going up to him and just having a normal conversation like, ‘What can I get better at?’ Just asking questions about the playbook and getting feedback from the quarterback. Because once you see it through the quarterback’s lens, it just becomes that much easier for a receiver. So just continue to develop that trust and connection with him.”
“He’s one of the top quarterbacks in the league.”
Ricky Pearsall is embracing his connection with Brock Purdy on and off the field 🙌 pic.twitter.com/WbIegZ11Mt
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Pearsall missed the first block of training camp — four practices in total — while recovering from a hamstring injury, leaving the rookie with a difficult task of not falling behind as the rest of the 49ers’ offense gets into rhythm.
Coach Kyle Shanahan praised Pearsall’s work ethic while rehabbing the injury, revealing he’s pleased with the progess made by the No. 31 overall pick so far.
“I do. … It’s tough when you have a hammy, and you have to be very smart getting him back,” Shanahan told reporters after Friday’s practice. “We’ve eased him in — he’s gone through that real well. He’s been real diligent with…
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