On one hand, it's been unfortunate San Francisco 49ers second-year wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has been in and out of the lineup in what was supposed to be his true breakout season.
On the other, it's an awfully good thing Pearsall has strung together back-to-back impressive outings when he's been available.
Interrupted by a one-game absence in Week 16, Pearsall was on fire during the Niners' one-sided win over the lowly Tennessee Titans the week prior, notching 96 yards on six catches before aggravating a knee injury. And then, more importantly, his five-catch, 85-yard performance against the Chicago Bears on Sunday Night Football in Week 17 not only aided San Francisco's thrilling 42-38 victory but also set the stage nicely for what'll be an epic regular-season finale against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 18.