De’Zhaun Stribling makes 49ers look wise in preseason debut
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Key Points:
- Rookie wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling made a strong NFL preseason debut for the San Francisco 49ers, catching seven of eight targets for 63 yards, including a notable sideline catch for a first down.
- Despite missing some training camp due to hamstring tightness, Stribling showed significant improvement and physicality during the game, earning praise from coach Kyle Shanahan.
- Shanahan has challenged Stribling to play multiple offensive positions and emphasized the importance of practice reps for his continued development and readiness for the regular season.
- Initial doubts about the 49ers' decision to draft Stribling at No. 33 overall are fading as his on-field performances demonstrate his potential and ability to contribute to the team.
- Stribling remains focused on learning and improving, expressing excitement about coaching feedback and applying it in future games.
