49ers honor SFPD sergeant who helped Ricky Pearsall as fans celebrate victory

The 49ers honored SFPD sergeant Joelle Harrell at the home opener. She's credited for saving Ricky Pearsall's life, after he was shot in an attempted robbery. Fans savored a comfortable win over the Jets at the home opener.

Ricky Pearsall reunites with hero SFPD sergeant, as 49ers fans celebrate victory
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It was an emotional start to the game for the San Francisco Police sergeant credited for saving rookie Ricky Pearsall's life, after he was shot in an attempted robbery just nine days ago. The San Francisco 49ers delivered just what the fans wanted at this home opener.

Ricky Pearsall seen at Levi's Stadium ahead of 49ers game

49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall is at Levi's Stadium for the team's season opener, nine days after being shot in San Francisco's Union Square.

All-Pro RB Christian McCaffrey will miss the 49ers opener against the Jets with a calf injury

San Francisco All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey will miss the season opener against the New York Jets because of a sore calf and Achilles tendon that has hampered him all summer.

49ers fans line up early for Jets game at Levi's Stadium

49ers fans lined up outside of Levi's Stadium ahead of the parking gates opening for tonight's season opener game against the New York Jets.

Dolphins' Tyreek Hill detained hours before game vs Jaguars

Miami Dolphins star wide receiver Tyreek Hill appeared to be detained by police on Sunday morning just hours before the team was set to host the Jacksonville Jaguars to start the season.

DirecTV-Disney dispute: 49ers' opener could see potential blackout

An ongoing dispute between DirecTV and Disney has Bay Area sports bars facing a potential nightmare scenario this weekend and into Monday. 

NFC West Huddle: Ready for the Regular Season
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Sports reporters who cover the Seahawks, 49ers, Cardinals, and Rams come together to break down how the NFC West is shaping up this season.

49ers' Ricky Pearsall seen at practice days following shooting

Days after a potentially fatal shooting, San Francisco 49ers Ricky Pearsall was seen at practice with the team Thursday afternoon.

Tom Brady making FOX broadcast booth debut: How to watch

Tom Brady is a rookie again. No, not like his famously awkward post-Michigan, pre-Belichick draft days – the former quarterback is set to make his debut in the broadcast booth this weekend.

49er fans upset about new tailgating rules

More than 2,000 49ers fans have signed a petition calling for more communication after the team announced new tailgating rules. 

Ricky Pearsall shooting: Teen suspect charged with attempted murder

The 17-year-old boy held in the shooting of 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall faces a slew of charges, including attempted murder, assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and attempted second-degree robbery.

New NFL season promo has no Joe Burrow or Brock Purdy, but plenty of Taylor Swift

The NFL's 2024 season promo spotlights Taylor Swift while excluding star quarterbacks Joe Burrow and Brock Purdy, leaving fans frustrated. Discover why the pop star takes center stage over key NFL players and how fans are reacting.

49ers GM delivers powerful message in wake of Pearsall shooting: 'We all can be better'

San Francisco 49ers General Manager John Lynch offered an update on how rookie Ricky Pearsall was doing after being shot, and he delivered a powerful and heartfelt message sharing his perspective on the events.

49ers Trent Williams finalizing new deal with team

Trent Williams, the 49ers All-Pro left tackle, is on his way to finalizing a new deal with the team, according to Elite Loyalty Sports, the agency that represents Williams.

Ricky Pearsall shooting: San Francisco police double officers in Union Square

SFPD Chief Bill Scott said the department will double officers to at least 12 in Union Square to ease anxieties, following the attempted robbery and shooting of Ricky Pearsall.

Ricky Pearsall shooting: Arizona boy learns he has his old number, receives 'get well soon' texts

Former ASU Sun Devil and San Francisco 49er Ricky Pearsall's old phone number was recently activated in Phoenix by a mom who just got her son his first cell phone. Ever since he was injured in a shooting, his phone has been getting notifications nonstop.

San Francisco cop recounts quick actions to help Ricky Pearsall

A San Francisco police sergeant is being hailed a hero after helping 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall, who was shot during an attempted robbery over the weekend.