Ricky Pearsall shot in San Francisco, 12-year-old receives recovery texts

On August 31, a tragic incident occurred in San Francisco when NFL rookie Ricky Pearsall was shot in the chest during an attempted robbery. Fortunately, the bullet missed vital organs, allowing Pearsall to recover quickly and return to practice just days later. However, the incident led to an unexpected situation for a 12-year-old boy named Lincoln Schreck in Arizona, who had just received his first phone. He began receiving numerous texts meant for Pearsall, filled with well-wishes for a speedy recovery. Initially, Lincoln and his family were puzzled by the messages, which included sentiments like 'get better soon' and references to training camp. They eventually realized that the previous owner of Lincoln's phone number was Pearsall, leading to a flood of messages from concerned fans across the country. The family counted at least 100 texts, highlighting the widespread support for the injured player. After Lincoln responded to one of the messages with 'wrong number,' he received confirmation about the mix-up. The sender explained that they were trying to reach Pearsall, expressing their hopes for his recovery. This situation not only showcased the compassion of fans but also revealed the strong community support surrounding the NFL player during a difficult time. Despite being placed on the reserve/non-football injury list for the first four games of the season, Pearsall's quick recovery and the outpouring of support from fans demonstrate the resilience of both the player and the community rallying behind him.