Ricky Pearsall’s viral moment lasted months and even gained traction in recent weeks. It’s sure to garner more attention during the NFL draft. The former Florida standout is one of approximately a dozen receivers expected to be selected in the first two rounds of the draft beginning Thursday night.
FILE - Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Indianapolis. The former Florida standout is one of nearly a dozen receivers expected to be selected in the first two rounds of the draft beginning Thursday night. FILE - Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall catches 21-yard game winning touchdown over South Carolina defensive back Nick Emmanwori during the second half of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Oct.
“It feels good to be able to show those kinds of things,” he said. “But, for me, I just want to show I’m a great football player.” “This guy is a very underrated player,” Florida coach Billy Napier said. “He’s bigger than you think. He’s more explosive than you think. He’s highly skilled. He can get open at the line. He can separate at the top of the route. And he’s got fantastic ball skills and hand selection.”
the leaping one-hander against Charlotte was revered because Pearsall hung onto the ball despite getting sandwiched
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