49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling shines in preseason performance rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers have completed two preseason games, securing a 1-1 record. After losing to the Tennessee Titans 19-13, the team rebounded to defeat the Los Angeles Chargers 41-17 at SoFi Stadium. Pro Football Focus rankings highlight rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling with the highest grade of 90.0, followed by quarterback Kurtis Rourke at 76.9. Defensive standout Bryson Eason earned the top defensive grade of 83.6. The 49ers’ roster is poised for a critical season as they evaluate both starters and depth players ahead of the regular season.
- •49ers have a 1-1 preseason record after two games.
- •De'Zhaun Stribling leads with a 90.0 PFF grade.
- •49ers defeated the Chargers 41-17 in their latest game.
- •Bryson Eason is the top defensive player with a grade of 83.6.
- •Roster evaluations are critical as the regular season approaches.
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers rising star rookie tops list of team's best players in preseason
"The San Francisco 49ers have played two preseason games in 2026 and have gone 1-1. Who have been the best and worst players so far? Let's find out.
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