49ers' De'Zhaun Stribling rises on depth chart amid injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 6:50 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
De'Zhaun Stribling, a rookie wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, is moving up the depth chart early in training camp. The opportunity arises largely due to Christian Kirk's calf strain, which has sidelined him since camp began. Stribling, selected 33rd overall in the 2026 NFL Draft after a productive college career, is expected to play a larger role as he gets more chances to work with the starters. Mentorship from Mike Evans and Kirk is anticipated to aid his development in preparation for the upcoming season.
- •Stribling is moving up the WR depth chart for the 49ers.
- •Christian Kirk is sidelined with a calf strain.
- •Stribling was drafted 33rd overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •He had 55 catches for 811 yards and six touchdowns last season at Ole Miss.
- •Mike Evans and Kirk may mentor Stribling during training camp.
- 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers' De'Zhaun Stribling takes immediate step forward on depth chart
"The rookie wide receiver could be on the field very early.
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