49ers’ rookie De’Zhaun Stribling gets compared to Mike Evans’ former teammate
Niners Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- The San Francisco 49ers drafted Ole Miss wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling in the second round, who is being compared to Chris Godwin Jr. rather than Mike Evans as initially speculated.
- Stribling's physical attributes and playing style closely match Godwin's, including similar weight, speed, vertical jump, and broad jump metrics.
- Unlike Christian Watson, who is more of a deep threat, Stribling excels in intermediate routes and is quarterback-friendly, often targeted over the middle of the field.
- Stribling's versatility allows him to line up in multiple positions such as slot, wide receiver, inline tight end, or backfield, enhancing the 49ers' offensive options.
- His reliability and ability to perform in sudden change situations make him a valuable complement to star receiver Mike Evans and a strong WR2 for quarterback Brock Purdy.
