The St. Louis Battlehawks took a massive blow to their team today, as star WR Jahcour Pearson revealed that he sustained an injury during UFL training camp.
Battlehawks star WR Jahcour Pearson via Instagram:
“Minor setback for a major comeback believe dat”
Prayers up for @JayPeeezyy, let’s hope that this recovery process is over sooner than later. Pearson led the #XFL in receiving yards last year. #UFL | @XFLBattlehawks pic.twitter.com/Ak3l6yT6WO
— James Larsen (@JamesLarsenPFN) March 6, 2024
This is, obviously, big news. It seems like a pretty significant injury, and will keep Jahcour sidelined for quite some time. We don’t have full details yet on what Pearson sustained during the injury, but the good news is that it doesn’t seem to be season ending.
Jahcour Pearson needs no introduction. He was an outstanding playmaker for the Seattle Sea Dragons in the XFL last year, totaling 670 receiving yards (1st), and racking up four touchdowns.
After Seattle officially folded in the USFL-XFL merger, Jahcour was one of the first names off of the board in the Dispersal Draft. He was selected second overall by the St. Louis Battlehawks in the XFL Division draft.
BREAKING: With the 2nd overall pick in the #XFL Dispersal Draft, the St. Louis Battlehawks selected WR Jahcour Pearson, per source.
Pearson was a top WR in the XFL this year with Seattle, leading the league with 670 receiving yards. #UFL pic.twitter.com/lbaFHx03gg
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— James Larsen (@JamesLarsenPFN) January 5, 2024
We’re told that his injury is pretty severe, but it should not stop him from playing in 2024. It’s likely that Jahcour will be available several weeks into the season – however, it’s worth noting that the timeline can change depending on how the recovery process goes. Hopefully, it’s sooner than later.
Final Thoughts
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