San Francisco 49ers' Ricky Pearsall and Renardo Green aim to secure roles in 2026 training camp

Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall entered his third NFL season aiming to prove the value of the 49ers' 2024 first‑round pick. After missing 14 games in his first two years and recording 67 receptions for 928 yards and three touchdowns, Pearsall expects a larger role opposite veteran Mike Evans as the team adds first‑round rookie De'Zhaun Stribling and signs veteran Christian Kirk.

Cornerback Renardo Green, a 2024 second‑round selection, faced a "hot seat" heading into his third season. Green started 14 games in 2025 with 60 tackles and ten pass deflections but was ranked 88th among NFL corners by Pro Football Focus. He was briefly benched during a divisional‑round loss, prompting criticism from head coach Kyle Shanahan. The 49ers added competition at cornerback, including veteran Nate Hobbs and rookie Ephesians Prysock, putting Green's starting spot at risk.