18 days ago
Who plays on 'Monday Night Football' tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule, live stream for NFL Week 6 game originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The story for the 49ers entering the season was injuries, right down to head coach Kyle Shanahan. The story since the start of the season has been success.
While injuries certainly have been a factor for the 'Niners, from Nick Bosa to De'Zhaun Stribling and Deebo Samuel, Shanahan's group has found a way to thrive in spite of them. After the 49ers won in Seattle in Week 5, the NFC West could just be a race for second behind San Francisco.
On the other side of the country, the Commanders have managed just one win in five games. That doesn't mean they have four losses, though. Washington settled for a tie in Week 5, after a disastrous final sequence that largely remains unexplained. Coach Dan Quinn said after the game that it felt like a loss, and it's hard to argue with that.
Going on the road and handing the 49ers their first loss would unquestionably be a win, though. The upset-minded Commanders are hoping to channel last weekend's frustration and leave the west coast feeling like they can compete in a wide-open NFC East race.
#sporting #coach #west #story
The story for the 49ers entering the season was injuries, right down to head coach Kyle Shanahan. The story since the start of the season has been success.
While injuries certainly have been a factor for the 'Niners, from Nick Bosa to De'Zhaun Stribling and Deebo Samuel, Shanahan's group has found a way to thrive in spite of them. After the 49ers won in Seattle in Week 5, the NFC West could just be a race for second behind San Francisco.
On the other side of the country, the Commanders have managed just one win in five games. That doesn't mean they have four losses, though. Washington settled for a tie in Week 5, after a disastrous final sequence that largely remains unexplained. Coach Dan Quinn said after the game that it felt like a loss, and it's hard to argue with that.
Going on the road and handing the 49ers their first loss would unquestionably be a win, though. The upset-minded Commanders are hoping to channel last weekend's frustration and leave the west coast feeling like they can compete in a wide-open NFC East race.
#sporting #coach #west #story
18 days ago
Who plays on 'Monday Night Football' tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule, live stream for NFL Week 6 game originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The story for the 49ers entering the season was injuries, right down to head coach Kyle Shanahan. The story since the start of the season has been success.
While injuries certainly have been a factor for the 'Niners, from Nick Bosa to De'Zhaun Stribling and Deebo Samuel, Shanahan's group has found a way to thrive in spite of them. After the 49ers won in Seattle in Week 5, the NFC West could just be a race for second behind San Francisco.
On the other side of the country, the Commanders have managed just one win in five games. That doesn't mean they have four losses, though. Washington settled for a tie in Week 5, after a disastrous final sequence that largely remains unexplained. Coach Dan Quinn said after the game that it felt like a loss, and it's hard to argue with that.
Going on the road and handing the 49ers their first loss would unquestionably be a win, though. The upset-minded Commanders are hoping to channel last weekend's frustration and leave the west coast feeling like they can compete in a wide-open NFC East race.
#week #Commanders #west #injuries
The story for the 49ers entering the season was injuries, right down to head coach Kyle Shanahan. The story since the start of the season has been success.
While injuries certainly have been a factor for the 'Niners, from Nick Bosa to De'Zhaun Stribling and Deebo Samuel, Shanahan's group has found a way to thrive in spite of them. After the 49ers won in Seattle in Week 5, the NFC West could just be a race for second behind San Francisco.
On the other side of the country, the Commanders have managed just one win in five games. That doesn't mean they have four losses, though. Washington settled for a tie in Week 5, after a disastrous final sequence that largely remains unexplained. Coach Dan Quinn said after the game that it felt like a loss, and it's hard to argue with that.
Going on the road and handing the 49ers their first loss would unquestionably be a win, though. The upset-minded Commanders are hoping to channel last weekend's frustration and leave the west coast feeling like they can compete in a wide-open NFC East race.
#week #Commanders #west #injuries
2 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers have received mixed injury news after their 27-7 win over the Los Angeles Rams, with Jake Tonges facing a concerning MCL injury while De'Zhaun Stribling avoided the worst-case scenario.
Tonges was hurt during the victory at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and needed ***** istance off the field before being ruled out. Kyle Shanahan later gave a blunt ***** sment of the tight end's situation, saying "it's not good" before adding that further evaluation was still needed.
The injury is particularly significant given Tonges' role behind George Kittle. He recorded 34 receptions for 293 yards and five touchdowns last season before signing a two-year, $8 million contract with San Francisco this year.
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Stribling also suffered an injury during the game, initially leaving with an ankle problem before returning and then going down again on the following possession.
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Tonges was hurt during the victory at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and needed ***** istance off the field before being ruled out. Kyle Shanahan later gave a blunt ***** sment of the tight end's situation, saying "it's not good" before adding that further evaluation was still needed.
The injury is particularly significant given Tonges' role behind George Kittle. He recorded 34 receptions for 293 yards and five touchdowns last season before signing a two-year, $8 million contract with San Francisco this year.
Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images
Stribling also suffered an injury during the game, initially leaving with an ankle problem before returning and then going down again on the following possession.
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2 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers came out firing on every cylinder to deliver a 27-7 beatdown Down Under of the Los Angeles Rams. From the decision to arrive early to their piling on late scoring, how well did Brock Purdy, Kyle Shanahan and the crew do in upsetting the Super Bowl favorites to start the season?
Offense: A-
The old guys ruled. And that Kaelon Black kid wasn't too shabby. A 30-something (Demarcus Robinson, Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel) accounted for their three TDs and an almost 40-something, Trent Williams, was the best of the bunch, because you and I had as many tackles, QB hits and sacks as Rams' All-Universe pass rusher Myles Garrett. Less happily, De'Zhaun Stribling and Jake Tonges were carted away in the second quarter. George Kittle was a rumor. Yet Brock Purdy didn't notice. Outside of a horrific interception, Purdy was terrific with his arm, legs and swaggy first-down celebrations. Does Christian McCaffrey finally have a caddy? Yes. Rookie Black looked excellent in a real game after resembling a third-round find in the spring and summer.
Defense: A+
Raheem Morris in 2028? The well-respected new defensive coordinator looked like Bill Belichick (the pre-2022 version) while his unit made the reigning NFL MVP Matthew Stafford look ordinary. Sorry, correction: not just ordinary, but awful. Having Nick Bosa, Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw (combined games played for 49ers in 2025: 9) back together did give Morris some added IQ points. The LB duo turned out the lights on the Rams when Greenlaw held up Tyler Higbee and Warner peanut-punched the ball out. The 49ers didn't have a sack, but they made Stafford unsettled. Osa Odighizuwa had four of their eight QB hits, including a pressure that led to Stafford's INT.
#greenlaw
Offense: A-
The old guys ruled. And that Kaelon Black kid wasn't too shabby. A 30-something (Demarcus Robinson, Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel) accounted for their three TDs and an almost 40-something, Trent Williams, was the best of the bunch, because you and I had as many tackles, QB hits and sacks as Rams' All-Universe pass rusher Myles Garrett. Less happily, De'Zhaun Stribling and Jake Tonges were carted away in the second quarter. George Kittle was a rumor. Yet Brock Purdy didn't notice. Outside of a horrific interception, Purdy was terrific with his arm, legs and swaggy first-down celebrations. Does Christian McCaffrey finally have a caddy? Yes. Rookie Black looked excellent in a real game after resembling a third-round find in the spring and summer.
Defense: A+
Raheem Morris in 2028? The well-respected new defensive coordinator looked like Bill Belichick (the pre-2022 version) while his unit made the reigning NFL MVP Matthew Stafford look ordinary. Sorry, correction: not just ordinary, but awful. Having Nick Bosa, Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw (combined games played for 49ers in 2025: 9) back together did give Morris some added IQ points. The LB duo turned out the lights on the Rams when Greenlaw held up Tyler Higbee and Warner peanut-punched the ball out. The 49ers didn't have a sack, but they made Stafford unsettled. Osa Odighizuwa had four of their eight QB hits, including a pressure that led to Stafford's INT.
#greenlaw
2 months ago
Rams news: LA's revamped defense takes a hit with Kam Curl injury during 49ers game appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Los Angeles Rams traveled to Australia without Aaron Donald. They then watched the San Francisco 49ers lose rising wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling. But now LA took its own NFL Injury hit on Thursday down in Melbourne involving safety Kam Curl.
The veteran sustained his own ankle injury following Stribling, and became listed as questionable for the rest of the game.
Curl delivered two tackles before his injury. He also watched a Donald-less defense produce two early eight-tackle performers in Kamren Kinchens and Quentin Lake from the defensive back room.
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The Los Angeles Rams traveled to Australia without Aaron Donald. They then watched the San Francisco 49ers lose rising wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling. But now LA took its own NFL Injury hit on Thursday down in Melbourne involving safety Kam Curl.
The veteran sustained his own ankle injury following Stribling, and became listed as questionable for the rest of the game.
Curl delivered two tackles before his injury. He also watched a Donald-less defense produce two early eight-tackle performers in Kamren Kinchens and Quentin Lake from the defensive back room.
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2 months ago
Updating a previous report, San Francisco 49ers WR De'Zhaun Stribling (ankle) will not return to the Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams after exiting with an ankle injury.
SOURCE: San Francisco 49ers
Why it Matters: With Stribling officially ruled out for the remainder of the opener, fantasy owners now have to wonder if he will miss extended time. Expect Demarcus Robinson and Deebo Samuel to be among the main beneficiaries if Stribling has a prolonged absence.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: De'Zhaun Stribling won't return to opener
#de 'zhaun #return #week
SOURCE: San Francisco 49ers
Why it Matters: With Stribling officially ruled out for the remainder of the opener, fantasy owners now have to wonder if he will miss extended time. Expect Demarcus Robinson and Deebo Samuel to be among the main beneficiaries if Stribling has a prolonged absence.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: De'Zhaun Stribling won't return to opener
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2 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers have watched their depth take multiple hits during Thursday night's season opener against the Los Angeles Rams. Rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling was already ruled out with an ankle injury after being helped off the field earlier in the second quarter.
The 49ers then lost another important piece when tight end Jake Tonges suffered an apparent leg injury. Tonges needed help getting off the field and was taken to the medical tent. He had not been targeted before leaving the game.
MORE: 49ers lose starting WR to injury during Rams game
San Francisco 49ers tight end Jake Tonges (88) makes a catch against the Los Angeles Rams. Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images.
Tonges was officially ruled out at halftime and the severity of his injury continues to be closely monitored. He entered the season as one of the team's most important tight ends behind George Kittle.
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The 49ers then lost another important piece when tight end Jake Tonges suffered an apparent leg injury. Tonges needed help getting off the field and was taken to the medical tent. He had not been targeted before leaving the game.
MORE: 49ers lose starting WR to injury during Rams game
San Francisco 49ers tight end Jake Tonges (88) makes a catch against the Los Angeles Rams. Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images.
Tonges was officially ruled out at halftime and the severity of his injury continues to be closely monitored. He entered the season as one of the team's most important tight ends behind George Kittle.
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49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling exits Rams game on cart in scary moment originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
It's always a scary thing when a player goes down during an NFL game, and that's especially the case when it's a rookie with a promising future in the league. Unfortunately, during the San Francisco 49ers' season opener against the Los Angeles Rams, one rookie's time on the field was cut short.
Wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling exited the Rams game on a cart after suffering an ankle injury. He hurt his ankle earlier in the game but was able to come back into it not long after. However, the rookie wide receiver wasn't able to stay in and had to be carted out on a medical vehicle.
Nick Wagoner of ESPN reports that the player has been ruled out for the game.
The 49ers drafted Stribling in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft with the 33rd overall selection. He played at Ole Miss before heading to the pros.
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It's always a scary thing when a player goes down during an NFL game, and that's especially the case when it's a rookie with a promising future in the league. Unfortunately, during the San Francisco 49ers' season opener against the Los Angeles Rams, one rookie's time on the field was cut short.
Wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling exited the Rams game on a cart after suffering an ankle injury. He hurt his ankle earlier in the game but was able to come back into it not long after. However, the rookie wide receiver wasn't able to stay in and had to be carted out on a medical vehicle.
Nick Wagoner of ESPN reports that the player has been ruled out for the game.
The 49ers drafted Stribling in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft with the 33rd overall selection. He played at Ole Miss before heading to the pros.
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The San Francisco 49ers' injury luck couldn't have been worse coming into the season. It's a team that consistently has been among the worst in the NFL in adjusted games lost. Unfortunately, that trend is continuing in 2026.
De'Zhaun Stribling left the game early on, but shortly returned. When he did come back, Stribling was carted off the field. It was a non-contact injury in which Stribling couldn't put any pressure on his left leg. The 49ers immediately ruled him out, which is never a good sign.
Stribling played 21 snaps before he left with an injury. The 49ers relied on Jacob Cowing and Deebo Samuel in Stribling's absence. They'll likely use Demarcus Robinson more moving forward.
A wide receiver core that looked promising a month ago is now without two of its top three targets with Stribling's injury and Ricky Pearsall out for the season.
Tight end Jake Tonges was also carted off with a lower leg injury. He's questionable to return, but this does not seem like somebody who is coming back:
#stribling #left #couldn 't
De'Zhaun Stribling left the game early on, but shortly returned. When he did come back, Stribling was carted off the field. It was a non-contact injury in which Stribling couldn't put any pressure on his left leg. The 49ers immediately ruled him out, which is never a good sign.
Stribling played 21 snaps before he left with an injury. The 49ers relied on Jacob Cowing and Deebo Samuel in Stribling's absence. They'll likely use Demarcus Robinson more moving forward.
A wide receiver core that looked promising a month ago is now without two of its top three targets with Stribling's injury and Ricky Pearsall out for the season.
Tight end Jake Tonges was also carted off with a lower leg injury. He's questionable to return, but this does not seem like somebody who is coming back:
#stribling #left #couldn 't
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The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams met at Melbourne Cricket Ground at 8:35 p.m. PT on Thursday, and while Kyle Shanahan's team took an early 3-0 lead, they lost one of their rookies to injury.
Before the first quarter ended, The Athletic's Matt Barrows reported that wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling was in the blue medical tent. Then, the team announced at the end of the quarter that the wideout is dealing with an ankle injury and is questionable to return.
Stribling was San Francisco's top selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, following a collegiate career split between Washington State, Oklahoma State and Ole Miss. He was a key piece of the offensive game plan during the preseason.
If the 23-year-old can't go, the 49ers will be left with Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, Demarcus Robinson, Jacob Cowing and KhaDarel Hodge at wide receiver for the rest of the game.
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Before the first quarter ended, The Athletic's Matt Barrows reported that wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling was in the blue medical tent. Then, the team announced at the end of the quarter that the wideout is dealing with an ankle injury and is questionable to return.
Stribling was San Francisco's top selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, following a collegiate career split between Washington State, Oklahoma State and Ole Miss. He was a key piece of the offensive game plan during the preseason.
If the 23-year-old can't go, the 49ers will be left with Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, Demarcus Robinson, Jacob Cowing and KhaDarel Hodge at wide receiver for the rest of the game.
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De'Zhaun Stribling injury update: Latest news on 49ers WR's status in Week 1 game originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The San Francisco 49ers have an injury concern with wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling in the first half of the Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Stribling apparently got banged-up in the first quarter on the 49ers' second drive of the contest, as he was spotted going into the medical tent after it.
Follow our tracker below for the latest updates on Stribling's status in Week 1.
As we said, Stribling went into the medical tent to get checked out, The Athletic's Matt Barrows reported.
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The San Francisco 49ers have an injury concern with wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling in the first half of the Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Stribling apparently got banged-up in the first quarter on the 49ers' second drive of the contest, as he was spotted going into the medical tent after it.
Follow our tracker below for the latest updates on Stribling's status in Week 1.
As we said, Stribling went into the medical tent to get checked out, The Athletic's Matt Barrows reported.
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2 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers' first inactive list of the season is out. They'll lean into the veterans on the roster tonight, as every player on the inactive list is on a rookie contract:
QB Kurtis Rourke
CB Ephesians Prysock
RB Jordan James
WR Jordan Watkins
LB Tatum Bethune
OT Enrique Cruz
The 49ers having only two running backs active suggests Deebo Samuel will play a pivotal role out of the backfield. Expect him to be an option still in the passing game, but it likely comes from the running back alignment. If anybody knows how to take on a heavier workload against the Rams, it's Deebo.
It's also a sign that the team is comfortable giving Kaelon black touches. Kyle Shanahan said this past offseason that he regrets not involving more running backs last season. It means you're taking Christian McCaffrey off the field, so it's understandable. Still, the goal is to keep McCaffrey fresh for the last stretch of the season.
With Watkins inactive, Mike Evans, De'Zhaun Stribling, Demarcus Robinson, Jacob Cowing, and KhaDarel Hodge are the wideouts. If Samuel's role is more underneath, we'll see whether that means Cowing has a role as the receiver who stretches the field for the offense.
#running #role #cowing
QB Kurtis Rourke
CB Ephesians Prysock
RB Jordan James
WR Jordan Watkins
LB Tatum Bethune
OT Enrique Cruz
The 49ers having only two running backs active suggests Deebo Samuel will play a pivotal role out of the backfield. Expect him to be an option still in the passing game, but it likely comes from the running back alignment. If anybody knows how to take on a heavier workload against the Rams, it's Deebo.
It's also a sign that the team is comfortable giving Kaelon black touches. Kyle Shanahan said this past offseason that he regrets not involving more running backs last season. It means you're taking Christian McCaffrey off the field, so it's understandable. Still, the goal is to keep McCaffrey fresh for the last stretch of the season.
With Watkins inactive, Mike Evans, De'Zhaun Stribling, Demarcus Robinson, Jacob Cowing, and KhaDarel Hodge are the wideouts. If Samuel's role is more underneath, we'll see whether that means Cowing has a role as the receiver who stretches the field for the offense.
#running #role #cowing
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2 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers have their 2026 team captains. The same list as 2025. During his Sunday press conference in preparation for the 49ers' Thursday game against the Los Angeles Rams, Kyle Shanahan gave the list of team captains:
TE George Kittle
OT Trent Williams
LB Fred Warner
QB Brock Purdy
DE Nick Bosa
RB Christian McCaffrey
FB Kyle Juszcyk
CB Deommodore Lenoir
As said above, if that list seems familiar, that's because it's the same list as last season. The 49ers vote on who makes it as a captain, so this means the leadership pecking order in the locker room remains unchanged.
The 49ers are a very talented roster, but the fact that the list remains the same as a year ago, with no new faces, probably won't help the criticisms that the team is too "old." The 'newest' name on this list is Lenoir, whose ascension last year essentially filled the vacancy left by Deebo Samuel.
While we can debate the roster's age all we want, established veterans doing the heavy lifting means they have capable leadership. Hopefully Bosa can stay on the field to help the defensive line turn a corner. The same goes for Brock Purdy and George Kittle. With a rookie De'Zhaun Stribling impressing in the preseason, having Purdy and Kittle to look up to will be invaluable.
#same #kittle #george #brock
TE George Kittle
OT Trent Williams
LB Fred Warner
QB Brock Purdy
DE Nick Bosa
RB Christian McCaffrey
FB Kyle Juszcyk
CB Deommodore Lenoir
As said above, if that list seems familiar, that's because it's the same list as last season. The 49ers vote on who makes it as a captain, so this means the leadership pecking order in the locker room remains unchanged.
The 49ers are a very talented roster, but the fact that the list remains the same as a year ago, with no new faces, probably won't help the criticisms that the team is too "old." The 'newest' name on this list is Lenoir, whose ascension last year essentially filled the vacancy left by Deebo Samuel.
While we can debate the roster's age all we want, established veterans doing the heavy lifting means they have capable leadership. Hopefully Bosa can stay on the field to help the defensive line turn a corner. The same goes for Brock Purdy and George Kittle. With a rookie De'Zhaun Stribling impressing in the preseason, having Purdy and Kittle to look up to will be invaluable.
#same #kittle #george #brock
2 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers put forth a concerted effort to upgrade their wide receiver room this offseason because it lacked talent last year, and they were set to lose Jauan Jennings, who eventually signed with the Minnesota Vikings.
With that knowledge, San Francisco brought in Mike Evans, Christian Kirk and Deebo Samuel in free agency and took De'Zhaun Stribling in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. However, Kirk has landed on injured reserve, and Ricky Pearsall is out for the season, so the team could look to add more at the position.
Interestingly, Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox recently predicted that the 49ers will send a conditional 2027 fifth-round pick to the Buffalo Bills for Keon Coleman.
Coleman played collegiately at Michigan State from 2021-22 and at Florida State in 2023, earning All-Conference honors twice. In 34 games between the two schools, he caught 115 passes for 1,506 yards and 19 touchdowns.
Buffalo took Coleman in the second round (No. 33 overall) in the 2024 NFL Draft, and through two years, Buffalo has been disappointed by the results. The 26-year-old has caught 67 passes for 960 yards and eight touchdowns in 26 games so far.
#francisco #year
With that knowledge, San Francisco brought in Mike Evans, Christian Kirk and Deebo Samuel in free agency and took De'Zhaun Stribling in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. However, Kirk has landed on injured reserve, and Ricky Pearsall is out for the season, so the team could look to add more at the position.
Interestingly, Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox recently predicted that the 49ers will send a conditional 2027 fifth-round pick to the Buffalo Bills for Keon Coleman.
Coleman played collegiately at Michigan State from 2021-22 and at Florida State in 2023, earning All-Conference honors twice. In 34 games between the two schools, he caught 115 passes for 1,506 yards and 19 touchdowns.
Buffalo took Coleman in the second round (No. 33 overall) in the 2024 NFL Draft, and through two years, Buffalo has been disappointed by the results. The 26-year-old has caught 67 passes for 960 yards and eight touchdowns in 26 games so far.
#francisco #year
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling has stood out during preseason work ahead of the team's Week 1 Thursday Night matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia on September 10. Injuries in the receiving corps have created openings, and Stribling has taken full advantage in practice and preseason action.
Quarterback Brock Purdy praised the Ole Miss product directly, saying Stribling will be a big part of the offense this season. Purdy cited the rookie's playbook retention, consistency in practice, and ability to correct mistakes quickly as reasons for his confidence.
The San Francisco 49ers carry high expectations into the new season, and confidence surrounds their offense. Wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling turned heads during preseason workouts after joining the team as a draft pick out of Ole Miss, following his early college career at Washington State.
Stribling also led all receivers in the 49ers' preseason opener against the Tennessee ****** ans, catching seven passes for 63 yards in the first half alone against first-team defenders. That performance made him the second receiver in the past decade to record seven catches in the first 20 minutes of a preseason game.
Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Mississippi wideout De'Zhaun Stribling (WO35) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images
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Quarterback Brock Purdy praised the Ole Miss product directly, saying Stribling will be a big part of the offense this season. Purdy cited the rookie's playbook retention, consistency in practice, and ability to correct mistakes quickly as reasons for his confidence.
The San Francisco 49ers carry high expectations into the new season, and confidence surrounds their offense. Wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling turned heads during preseason workouts after joining the team as a draft pick out of Ole Miss, following his early college career at Washington State.
Stribling also led all receivers in the 49ers' preseason opener against the Tennessee ****** ans, catching seven passes for 63 yards in the first half alone against first-team defenders. That performance made him the second receiver in the past decade to record seven catches in the first 20 minutes of a preseason game.
Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Mississippi wideout De'Zhaun Stribling (WO35) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images
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2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling will take the field for his first NFL regular season game inside of a cricket pitch in Australia roughly 7,900 miles from Levi's Stadium.
While Stribling surely hopes to leave Australia with a victory, he has a much different hope for the one thing he's hoping to see or do while the team is in the Southern Hemisphere.
"Yeah, I kind of want to see a kangaroo," Stribling told reporters in the locker room after Tuesday's practice. "Just because. You know, see how big they are. So that's really it."
There's a pretty good chance Stribling will get his wish, particularly if he goes looking for one. As of 2023, there were around 35 million kangaroos living in Australia per the Australian government's Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (h/t GoEco.org).
Stribling should have plenty of time to go out searching for a kangaroo since they're not particularly difficult to find and the 49ers will have a ton of time in Australia before their game on Friday in Australia (Thursday in the United States). The 49ers arrive in Australia on Friday (Australia time), they have a bonus practice Saturday and then some down time until their practice week begins.
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While Stribling surely hopes to leave Australia with a victory, he has a much different hope for the one thing he's hoping to see or do while the team is in the Southern Hemisphere.
"Yeah, I kind of want to see a kangaroo," Stribling told reporters in the locker room after Tuesday's practice. "Just because. You know, see how big they are. So that's really it."
There's a pretty good chance Stribling will get his wish, particularly if he goes looking for one. As of 2023, there were around 35 million kangaroos living in Australia per the Australian government's Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (h/t GoEco.org).
Stribling should have plenty of time to go out searching for a kangaroo since they're not particularly difficult to find and the 49ers will have a ton of time in Australia before their game on Friday in Australia (Thursday in the United States). The 49ers arrive in Australia on Friday (Australia time), they have a bonus practice Saturday and then some down time until their practice week begins.
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2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling confirmed he will wear No. 7 for the 2026 NFL season after going through training camp with No. 15.
Stribling was drafted with the 33rd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, going as an early second-round pick to the San Francisco 49ers.
The 23-year-old rookie decided to change his jersey number to No. 7 after wearing No. 15 through training camp, inviting comparisons to viral NFL impersonator Dejaun Love.
Stribling's decision to wear No. 7 for the season has led to everyone focusing on the recently arrested NFL impersonator Dejaun Love, as he pretended to wear No. 7 on the 49ers before being exposed.
"49ers rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling has changed his number from No. 15 to No. 7. And if you're on the internet, you know that was Daejon Love's number with the 49ers," said one fan while sharing the news.
#number #francisco #love
Stribling was drafted with the 33rd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, going as an early second-round pick to the San Francisco 49ers.
The 23-year-old rookie decided to change his jersey number to No. 7 after wearing No. 15 through training camp, inviting comparisons to viral NFL impersonator Dejaun Love.
Stribling's decision to wear No. 7 for the season has led to everyone focusing on the recently arrested NFL impersonator Dejaun Love, as he pretended to wear No. 7 on the 49ers before being exposed.
"49ers rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling has changed his number from No. 15 to No. 7. And if you're on the internet, you know that was Daejon Love's number with the 49ers," said one fan while sharing the news.
#number #francisco #love
2 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers have a handful of players who'll be wearing new jersey numbers when they debut in the 2026 regular season. Three wide receivers including Jacob Cowing, De'Zhaun Stribling and Demarcus Robinson are all wearing numbers they didn't wear in the preseason per the Athletic's Matt Barrows.
Cowing has changed his number from 6 to 4 following the departure of quarterback Adrian Martinez who wore No. 4 during the preseason.
Stribling, who was in No. 15 during the preseason, has switched to No. 7 which was being worn by Demarcus Robinson. This is a bad beat for anyone who bought a Stribling jersey during his stellar preseason performance.
Robinson is now wearing No. 11, which belonged to Brandon Aiyuk before Aiyuk deserted the team and was placed on the reserve/left squad list.
While Aiyuk is technically still under contract with the 49ers, he's not on the roster so he isn't ******* igned a jersey number which freed up the No. 11 for Robinson. The last time Robinson wore No. 11 was from 2018-21 when he was with the Kansas City Chiefs.
#demarcus #number
Cowing has changed his number from 6 to 4 following the departure of quarterback Adrian Martinez who wore No. 4 during the preseason.
Stribling, who was in No. 15 during the preseason, has switched to No. 7 which was being worn by Demarcus Robinson. This is a bad beat for anyone who bought a Stribling jersey during his stellar preseason performance.
Robinson is now wearing No. 11, which belonged to Brandon Aiyuk before Aiyuk deserted the team and was placed on the reserve/left squad list.
While Aiyuk is technically still under contract with the 49ers, he's not on the roster so he isn't ******* igned a jersey number which freed up the No. 11 for Robinson. The last time Robinson wore No. 11 was from 2018-21 when he was with the Kansas City Chiefs.
#demarcus #number
2 months ago
NFL All-Preseason team: Ty Simpson, Mike Washington, D'Zhaun Stribling among biggest standouts in 2026 originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
As the NFL season is set to kick off in a few weeks, the preseason provided some impressive performances from players looking to prove they belong.
The preseason games are for fringe roster players who, for one reason or another, have to take advantage of the reps before the regular season begins. Whether it's rookies getting their first NFL action or players on the bubble hoping to secure a roster spot, August featured many players providing standout performances.
In some cases, players who excelled in the preseason will carry this over to the regular season as a spark in their careers; in others, this preseason could be a highlight if they are unable to keep the performances up when the regular season begins.
Here's a look at the best players from the 2026 preseason.
#players #performances #mike
As the NFL season is set to kick off in a few weeks, the preseason provided some impressive performances from players looking to prove they belong.
The preseason games are for fringe roster players who, for one reason or another, have to take advantage of the reps before the regular season begins. Whether it's rookies getting their first NFL action or players on the bubble hoping to secure a roster spot, August featured many players providing standout performances.
In some cases, players who excelled in the preseason will carry this over to the regular season as a spark in their careers; in others, this preseason could be a highlight if they are unable to keep the performances up when the regular season begins.
Here's a look at the best players from the 2026 preseason.
#players #performances #mike
2 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers were back on the practice fields at their SAP Performance Facility on Tuesday, but they were without one of their top players.
According to those on the scene, wide receiver Mike Evans didn't participate in Tuesday's session after dealing with a quad injury for most of camp and then leaving Sunday's practice after running a deep route. However, NBC Sports' Matt Maiocco reported that Evans is now dealing with a groin issue.
Evans can still be one of the most productive wide receivers in the league, especially in this offense, but injuries have held him back in recent years. Both the team and player hope that he will be full go once the regular season starts.
Brock Purdy's top wide receivers to target a practice are dwindling, as Christian Kirk and Jacob Cowing are also not participating. This leaves Purdy with Deebo Samuel, De'Zhaun Stribling, Demarcus Robinson and Jordan Watkins as the top healthy options right now.
This article originally appeared on Niners Wire: New injury crops up for 49ers No. 1 wide receiver
#wide #receiver #dealing
According to those on the scene, wide receiver Mike Evans didn't participate in Tuesday's session after dealing with a quad injury for most of camp and then leaving Sunday's practice after running a deep route. However, NBC Sports' Matt Maiocco reported that Evans is now dealing with a groin issue.
Evans can still be one of the most productive wide receivers in the league, especially in this offense, but injuries have held him back in recent years. Both the team and player hope that he will be full go once the regular season starts.
Brock Purdy's top wide receivers to target a practice are dwindling, as Christian Kirk and Jacob Cowing are also not participating. This leaves Purdy with Deebo Samuel, De'Zhaun Stribling, Demarcus Robinson and Jordan Watkins as the top healthy options right now.
This article originally appeared on Niners Wire: New injury crops up for 49ers No. 1 wide receiver
#wide #receiver #dealing
3 months ago
As long as injuries pile up for the San Francisco 49ers, it'll continue to be a talking point of the season.
Of course, not all injuries are the same. And being injured is not the same as being hurt. Guys play hurt all the time, while typically it's injured players who sit out. The Niners have a mix of both.
The injury report grew after practice on Saturday, Aug. 22 with multiple dings and injuries.
Wideout option Christian Kirk (calf) is questionable as he continued to work on a side field at Saturday's practice, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports. Linebacker Nick Martin (hamstring) is questionable after he didn't participate in practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Rookie receiver De'Zhaun Stribling is questionable and considered day-to-day due to a shoulder injury, according to Maiocco.
#practice #same
Of course, not all injuries are the same. And being injured is not the same as being hurt. Guys play hurt all the time, while typically it's injured players who sit out. The Niners have a mix of both.
The injury report grew after practice on Saturday, Aug. 22 with multiple dings and injuries.
Wideout option Christian Kirk (calf) is questionable as he continued to work on a side field at Saturday's practice, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports. Linebacker Nick Martin (hamstring) is questionable after he didn't participate in practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Rookie receiver De'Zhaun Stribling is questionable and considered day-to-day due to a shoulder injury, according to Maiocco.
#practice #same
3 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers returned to the practice field on Saturday. According to The Athletic's Matt Barrows, the team brought back undrafted free agent tight end Khalil ******* ins. That's right, the tight end news we were all waiting for.
During Thursday's preseason game, the Niners played five different tight ends: Bradyen Willis (37 snaps), Hayden Rucci (29), Jake Tonges (18), Luke Farrell (13), and Josiaha Deguara (12).
The 49ers may want to see if ******* ins is worth a practice squad stash. There has been no announcement about a corresponding move to open a roster spot for ******* ins.
Rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling and veteran cornerback Deommodore Lenoir have shoulder injuries. They're considered day-to-day and didn't practice on Saturday.
The three players who sustained injuries during Thursday's game, Renardo Green (hamstring), Austen Pleasants (knee), and Nick Martin (hamstring), were also not practicing.
#game
During Thursday's preseason game, the Niners played five different tight ends: Bradyen Willis (37 snaps), Hayden Rucci (29), Jake Tonges (18), Luke Farrell (13), and Josiaha Deguara (12).
The 49ers may want to see if ******* ins is worth a practice squad stash. There has been no announcement about a corresponding move to open a roster spot for ******* ins.
Rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling and veteran cornerback Deommodore Lenoir have shoulder injuries. They're considered day-to-day and didn't practice on Saturday.
The three players who sustained injuries during Thursday's game, Renardo Green (hamstring), Austen Pleasants (knee), and Nick Martin (hamstring), were also not practicing.
#game
3 months ago
49ers 2nd-round rookie WR projected to have 'major role' in Week 1 originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The San Francisco 49ers lost Jauan Jennings in free agency this offseason, Ricky Pearsall for the entire 2026 season, and Brandon Aiyuk amid his standoff with the team.
To say this team needs their new wide receivers to step up would be an understatement. Mike Evans is a big offseason addition, and he should be the leading receiver for this offense. But, behind him, there's a bit of uncertainty.
According to Matt Barrows and Vic Tafur of The Athletic, unlike what Kyle Shanahan has done in the past, 2nd-round rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling is poised for a "major role" in Week 1 of the regular season.
"The 49ers' top draft pick got an early hook for the second consecutive week, not because he was bad, but because it's clear he's going to have a major role in Week 1," Tafur and Barrows report.
#role #sporting #round
The San Francisco 49ers lost Jauan Jennings in free agency this offseason, Ricky Pearsall for the entire 2026 season, and Brandon Aiyuk amid his standoff with the team.
To say this team needs their new wide receivers to step up would be an understatement. Mike Evans is a big offseason addition, and he should be the leading receiver for this offense. But, behind him, there's a bit of uncertainty.
According to Matt Barrows and Vic Tafur of The Athletic, unlike what Kyle Shanahan has done in the past, 2nd-round rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling is poised for a "major role" in Week 1 of the regular season.
"The 49ers' top draft pick got an early hook for the second consecutive week, not because he was bad, but because it's clear he's going to have a major role in Week 1," Tafur and Barrows report.
#role #sporting #round
3 months ago
We're back with more preseason reactions. I had my full team-by-team takeaways from Week 1 of the preseason here, and I'll update this week's action after watching the All 22 throughout the next couple of days. I have my own fantasy football draft this weekend with the boys in San Diego, so my reactions will be more delayed this time around. Expect a big update on Monday. Thanks for hanging in there.
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Some key starters rested, but Brock Purdy and the starting offense had a 10-play drive to start the game. Deebo Samuel Sr. and Demarcus Robinson opened in 2-WR sets, while De'Zhaun Stribling played in 3-WR sets initially. He once again dominated targets. Stribling had a great comeback route, a quick out against off coverage and was on the receiving end of a perfect rep on a dig route where he snapped things off cleanly before hands catching the pass in stride while in traffic. If he would've caught his stutter-and-go touchdown up the sideline from the slot, Stribling would've been a Round 6 selection in a hurry. There's overwhelming evidence that the 49ers love him. He has already won the inside-outside hybrid Jauan Jennings role, and there's room for him to quickly be a 2-WR set starter and fantasy-relevant player early on. Samuel hasn't stood out. His ADP is at 123.7 (up 13.3 spots over the last seven days).
Kyle Shanahan was roasted for taking Stribling where he did (33rd overall), but he was also questioned for drafting RB Kaelon Black in the third round. Well, Black was excellent on Thursday, to the point that I believe he's already won the valuable Christian McCaffrey backup role. Black had two key pass protection reps versus blitzers, and this is something that also stood out on his college tape at Indiana. He also was flawless in picking the right hole with the right pacing on his rush attempts. His play speed is better than his time speed because he makes confident, quick decisions. He also finished a couple of runs by flattening defenders. We'll see if Jordan James can return from injury in time to make this a real competition, but for now, Black looks like a draftable player in fantasy football. If you think CMC is missing time, you should be drafting Black. It's as simple as that.
The starters rested, and the second-team offense had extensive run (26 snaps). Of note, WR Tre Tucker was included with the resting starters, while offseason signee Jalen Nailor needed to play the first three drives. As I wrote last week, Tucker was the starter in their 1-WR set look as well, so it's probably time to simply rank Tucker ahead of Nailor as the more proven outside receiver. Meanwhile, Jack Bech was even more buried. He only played four snaps in the first three drives with Nailor, and in total, he played 11-of-16 snaps in the slot. It's possible that a majority of his playing time will come in the less valuable 3-WR sets.
#stribling #tucker #team
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Some key starters rested, but Brock Purdy and the starting offense had a 10-play drive to start the game. Deebo Samuel Sr. and Demarcus Robinson opened in 2-WR sets, while De'Zhaun Stribling played in 3-WR sets initially. He once again dominated targets. Stribling had a great comeback route, a quick out against off coverage and was on the receiving end of a perfect rep on a dig route where he snapped things off cleanly before hands catching the pass in stride while in traffic. If he would've caught his stutter-and-go touchdown up the sideline from the slot, Stribling would've been a Round 6 selection in a hurry. There's overwhelming evidence that the 49ers love him. He has already won the inside-outside hybrid Jauan Jennings role, and there's room for him to quickly be a 2-WR set starter and fantasy-relevant player early on. Samuel hasn't stood out. His ADP is at 123.7 (up 13.3 spots over the last seven days).
Kyle Shanahan was roasted for taking Stribling where he did (33rd overall), but he was also questioned for drafting RB Kaelon Black in the third round. Well, Black was excellent on Thursday, to the point that I believe he's already won the valuable Christian McCaffrey backup role. Black had two key pass protection reps versus blitzers, and this is something that also stood out on his college tape at Indiana. He also was flawless in picking the right hole with the right pacing on his rush attempts. His play speed is better than his time speed because he makes confident, quick decisions. He also finished a couple of runs by flattening defenders. We'll see if Jordan James can return from injury in time to make this a real competition, but for now, Black looks like a draftable player in fantasy football. If you think CMC is missing time, you should be drafting Black. It's as simple as that.
The starters rested, and the second-team offense had extensive run (26 snaps). Of note, WR Tre Tucker was included with the resting starters, while offseason signee Jalen Nailor needed to play the first three drives. As I wrote last week, Tucker was the starter in their 1-WR set look as well, so it's probably time to simply rank Tucker ahead of Nailor as the more proven outside receiver. Meanwhile, Jack Bech was even more buried. He only played four snaps in the first three drives with Nailor, and in total, he played 11-of-16 snaps in the slot. It's possible that a majority of his playing time will come in the less valuable 3-WR sets.
#stribling #tucker #team
3 months ago
Last week, the San Francisco 49ers didn't play starters. That allowed rookie receiver De'Zhaun Stribling to be the focal point of the offense, and he had a surprising seven catches in less than 20 minutes of game action.
The 49ers did use starters in their second preseason game. And Brock Purdy had eyes for Stribling too.
Stribling caught three passes on the 49ers' first nine offensive plays against the Los Angeles Chargers. He had a couple of receptions in which he caught the ball away from his body, showing off his strong hands. He did the same thing in San Francisco's first preseason game, and showed an ability to win on contested catches. The 49ers' starters departed after one series but Stribling stayed in, and he had a 21-yard reception on Mac Jones' first throw. It wasn't all perfect as Stribling failed to haul in a deep pass later in the drive, but he had plenty of separation on the play.
Things change when the regular season starts, but based on early returns it appears the 49ers might have hit big on their second-round pick.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (15) catches a pass against the Los Angeles Chargers. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
#francisco
The 49ers did use starters in their second preseason game. And Brock Purdy had eyes for Stribling too.
Stribling caught three passes on the 49ers' first nine offensive plays against the Los Angeles Chargers. He had a couple of receptions in which he caught the ball away from his body, showing off his strong hands. He did the same thing in San Francisco's first preseason game, and showed an ability to win on contested catches. The 49ers' starters departed after one series but Stribling stayed in, and he had a 21-yard reception on Mac Jones' first throw. It wasn't all perfect as Stribling failed to haul in a deep pass later in the drive, but he had plenty of separation on the play.
Things change when the regular season starts, but based on early returns it appears the 49ers might have hit big on their second-round pick.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (15) catches a pass against the Los Angeles Chargers. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
#francisco
3 months ago
De'Zhaun Stribling's first NFL action doubled as a reality check he set for himself, even after he had a great debut.
The San Francisco 49ers' second-round pick led the team in the preseason opener against the ******* ans, catching seven of eight targets for 63 yards. The signature moment came on third-and-5 in the second quarter, when Stribling twisted through contact for a 32-yard gain to move the chains.
Despite the success, Stribling wasn't ready to call it a finished product. Speaking with Yahoo Sports' Jori Epstein after the game, the rookie receiver pointed to a few areas he can shore up as he continues his NFL journey.
"A lot of things I can clean up," Stribling said. "A lot of things I can be better at [with my] route running and then details of the offense."
He also flagged his get-off as an emphasis point, saying he wants to better time the snap count so he can accelerate into his routes faster and pressure defensive backs with straight-line speed rather than relying on route craft alone.
#route #despite
The San Francisco 49ers' second-round pick led the team in the preseason opener against the ******* ans, catching seven of eight targets for 63 yards. The signature moment came on third-and-5 in the second quarter, when Stribling twisted through contact for a 32-yard gain to move the chains.
Despite the success, Stribling wasn't ready to call it a finished product. Speaking with Yahoo Sports' Jori Epstein after the game, the rookie receiver pointed to a few areas he can shore up as he continues his NFL journey.
"A lot of things I can clean up," Stribling said. "A lot of things I can be better at [with my] route running and then details of the offense."
He also flagged his get-off as an emphasis point, saying he wants to better time the snap count so he can accelerate into his routes faster and pressure defensive backs with straight-line speed rather than relying on route craft alone.
#route #despite
3 months ago
Two San Francisco 49ers rookies earned spots on Pro Football Focus' all-rookie team for the opening weekend of the preseason, and while wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling put together a productive statistical debut, he wasn't one of them. The honorees were offensive tackle Carver Willis and interior defensive lineman Bryson Eason.
Willis, a fourth-round pick with the versatility to play both inside and outside on the offensive line, posted a 90.1 PFF run-blocking grade in his preseason debut. He did allow three hurries across 23 pass-blocking snaps, an area to clean up, but the run-blocking showing was enough to land him among PFF's top rookie tackles alongside the Rams' Austin Blaske.
Eason, an undrafted free agent along San Francisco's interior defensive line, didn't produce eye-popping numbers but avoided any negatively graded plays in his first outing to earn a 77.3 grade. PFF noted that fellow 49ers rookie Gracen Halton also impressed, posting a 73.7 overall grade, but there wasn't room for a third interior defender on the list.
The three selections reflect a 49ers roster loaded with young talent competing for depth-chart spots this summer. PFF's Team of the Week pulled from a massive rookie pool — teams averaged more than six rookies on the field per snap in the preseason opener — with only players who logged at least 15 snaps eligible for consideration.
Stribling, who didn't make the cut, actually out-produced two of the three receivers who made PFF's list by raw volume. He caught seven of eight targets for 63 yards — more receptions and more targets than either Cowboys receiver Camden Brown (three catches, 62 yards on three targets) or Giants receiver Malachi Fields (three catches, 34 yards on three targets).
#blocking #stribling
Willis, a fourth-round pick with the versatility to play both inside and outside on the offensive line, posted a 90.1 PFF run-blocking grade in his preseason debut. He did allow three hurries across 23 pass-blocking snaps, an area to clean up, but the run-blocking showing was enough to land him among PFF's top rookie tackles alongside the Rams' Austin Blaske.
Eason, an undrafted free agent along San Francisco's interior defensive line, didn't produce eye-popping numbers but avoided any negatively graded plays in his first outing to earn a 77.3 grade. PFF noted that fellow 49ers rookie Gracen Halton also impressed, posting a 73.7 overall grade, but there wasn't room for a third interior defender on the list.
The three selections reflect a 49ers roster loaded with young talent competing for depth-chart spots this summer. PFF's Team of the Week pulled from a massive rookie pool — teams averaged more than six rookies on the field per snap in the preseason opener — with only players who logged at least 15 snaps eligible for consideration.
Stribling, who didn't make the cut, actually out-produced two of the three receivers who made PFF's list by raw volume. He caught seven of eight targets for 63 yards — more receptions and more targets than either Cowboys receiver Camden Brown (three catches, 62 yards on three targets) or Giants receiver Malachi Fields (three catches, 34 yards on three targets).
#blocking #stribling
3 months ago
Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza's preseason debut was highly anticipated, and he didn't disappoint in the affair. Mendoza was one of the brightest spots for the Raiders in their 27-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, and played up to expectations after getting his feet under him.
NFL.com's Chad Reuter gave Mendoza a "B+" for his performance in the Raiders' loss.
"The 22-year-old quarterback threw the ball like a future NFL starter when calmly operating, though, threading the needle over the middle for 19 yards and hitting a back-side route for 14 yards later on. The 2025 Heisman Trophy winner's first NFL touchdown was an expertly thrown low pass to WR Jack Bech; he nearly had another TD on his final pass of the night, accurately throwing over a defender in the end zone, but 5-foot-8 receiver Deven Thompkinswas unable to make the play."
Despite receiving positive marks, other rookie were given higher marks than Mendoza for their preseason Week 1 performances. Los Angeles Rams QB Ty Simpson received an "A" after completing 21-25 passes for 190 passing yards and two touchdowns in a 20-12 win over the Kansas City Chiefs, while San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling received an "A-" after logging seven receptions for 63 receiving yards in a 19-13 loss to the Tennessee **** ans.
Mendoza completed 10-16 passes for 97 yards and a passing touchdown. The Indiana product got into a groove after his first couple of throws, as he showed the ability to convert on third down, execute out of play action, and make decisive reads.
#yards #rookie #first
NFL.com's Chad Reuter gave Mendoza a "B+" for his performance in the Raiders' loss.
"The 22-year-old quarterback threw the ball like a future NFL starter when calmly operating, though, threading the needle over the middle for 19 yards and hitting a back-side route for 14 yards later on. The 2025 Heisman Trophy winner's first NFL touchdown was an expertly thrown low pass to WR Jack Bech; he nearly had another TD on his final pass of the night, accurately throwing over a defender in the end zone, but 5-foot-8 receiver Deven Thompkinswas unable to make the play."
Despite receiving positive marks, other rookie were given higher marks than Mendoza for their preseason Week 1 performances. Los Angeles Rams QB Ty Simpson received an "A" after completing 21-25 passes for 190 passing yards and two touchdowns in a 20-12 win over the Kansas City Chiefs, while San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling received an "A-" after logging seven receptions for 63 receiving yards in a 19-13 loss to the Tennessee **** ans.
Mendoza completed 10-16 passes for 97 yards and a passing touchdown. The Indiana product got into a groove after his first couple of throws, as he showed the ability to convert on third down, execute out of play action, and make decisive reads.
#yards #rookie #first
3 months ago
While rookies like wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling and defensive tackle Gracen Halton have received much of the shine during their first training camps with the San Francisco 49ers, an undrafted rookie is starting to make a name for himself. An injury Sunday could open the door for him to carve out a roster spot.
The 49ers signed defensive tackle James Thompson out of the University of Illinois on April 26. With DTs CJ West and Alfred Collins entering Year 2, Halton entering as a fourth-round pick and veteran Osa Odighizuwa arriving in Santa Clara via trade, there didn't seem to be much room for a player like Thompson to make a name for himself.
Then he went out in his preseason debut and posted three tackles with 0.5 sacks in 22 snaps after flashing throughout training camp. Pro Football Focus credited him with two sacks, two pressures and a run stop.
A strong camp and preseason debut were enough to make Thompson the 49ers' first option off the bench when defensive tackle CJ West went down with an undisclosed injury during Sunday's practice.
Via ESPN's Nick Wagoner on Twitter:
#thompson #make #halton #west
The 49ers signed defensive tackle James Thompson out of the University of Illinois on April 26. With DTs CJ West and Alfred Collins entering Year 2, Halton entering as a fourth-round pick and veteran Osa Odighizuwa arriving in Santa Clara via trade, there didn't seem to be much room for a player like Thompson to make a name for himself.
Then he went out in his preseason debut and posted three tackles with 0.5 sacks in 22 snaps after flashing throughout training camp. Pro Football Focus credited him with two sacks, two pressures and a run stop.
A strong camp and preseason debut were enough to make Thompson the 49ers' first option off the bench when defensive tackle CJ West went down with an undisclosed injury during Sunday's practice.
Via ESPN's Nick Wagoner on Twitter:
#thompson #make #halton #west
3 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers' injury report added two more names Wednesday, and it didn't take long for two more players to join them before practice was over.
Defensive tackle Gracen Halton (ankle) and right guard Dominick Puni (concussion) were held out of practice, according to NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco. Puni's absence is a particular concern for an offensive line that has already been shuffling personnel through the opening weeks of camp, with Connor Colby working into the mix at left guard. Losing Puni to the concussion protocol, even temporarily, forces San Francisco to lean further on its depth up front.
Halton's ankle issue adds to a defensive tackle room that's already been thin. The 49ers waived Mikail Kamara with an injury designation earlier in camp after he tore his ACL, and rookie C.J. West has been trying to establish himself in the rotation. That group took another hit Wednesday when West and edge rusher ***** us Leo were both shaken up and left practice early, per the same report. Their statuses weren't immediately known, but any extended absence would thin out a front seven that's already dealing with attrition. Halton was enjoying a nice preseason before this injury.
The new additions come on top of an offseason and camp that has been rough on San Francisco's roster. Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was placed on season-ending injured reserve because of lingering issues from last year's PCL injury, and the receiver room has been further strained by Mike Evans (quad), Christian Kirk (calf) and De'Zhaun Stribling (hamstring) all missing time. Evans and Stribling are back, at least, and Stribling enjoyed a great preseason debut against the ***** ans.
Running back Jordan James is also out with fractured ribs, and George Kittle opened camp on the active/PUP list as he continues working back from a torn Achilles.
#stribling #already #back #francisco
Defensive tackle Gracen Halton (ankle) and right guard Dominick Puni (concussion) were held out of practice, according to NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco. Puni's absence is a particular concern for an offensive line that has already been shuffling personnel through the opening weeks of camp, with Connor Colby working into the mix at left guard. Losing Puni to the concussion protocol, even temporarily, forces San Francisco to lean further on its depth up front.
Halton's ankle issue adds to a defensive tackle room that's already been thin. The 49ers waived Mikail Kamara with an injury designation earlier in camp after he tore his ACL, and rookie C.J. West has been trying to establish himself in the rotation. That group took another hit Wednesday when West and edge rusher ***** us Leo were both shaken up and left practice early, per the same report. Their statuses weren't immediately known, but any extended absence would thin out a front seven that's already dealing with attrition. Halton was enjoying a nice preseason before this injury.
The new additions come on top of an offseason and camp that has been rough on San Francisco's roster. Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was placed on season-ending injured reserve because of lingering issues from last year's PCL injury, and the receiver room has been further strained by Mike Evans (quad), Christian Kirk (calf) and De'Zhaun Stribling (hamstring) all missing time. Evans and Stribling are back, at least, and Stribling enjoyed a great preseason debut against the ***** ans.
Running back Jordan James is also out with fractured ribs, and George Kittle opened camp on the active/PUP list as he continues working back from a torn Achilles.
#stribling #already #back #francisco
