49ers rookie De’Zhaun Stribling impresses with hands at training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 3:35 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
De’Zhaun Stribling, the San Francisco 49ers’ rookie wide receiver, is drawing significant attention at training camp due to his impressive catching ability. The second-round pick has received praise from teammates and coaches, highlighting his strong hands and ability to make contested catches. Selected 33rd overall from Ole Miss, Stribling's performance is seen as a much-needed boost for the team, particularly amid health concerns with other receivers. He has been effective in creating separation from defenders during drills.
- •Stribling is attracting positive reviews for his catching skills.
- •Teammates emphasized his ability to make catches away from his body.
- •He has been effective in drills, creating separation from defenders.
- •The 49ers selected Stribling due to team needs at the receiver position.
- •He has been lined up in various roles at training camp.
- 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers rookie wide receiver’s hands become biggest topic at training camp
"Brock Purdy could have a new toy. Kyle Shanahan might have a new weapon. George Kittle may have a pretty formidable new running mate. De’Zhaun Stribling, the San Francisco 49ers’...
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