De'Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black shine for 49ers against Chargers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:11 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
San Francisco 49ers players De'Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black made a strong impression in Thursday's preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Inglewood. The 49ers took a 41-17 lead, showcasing new talent as they seek to bolster an aging roster. Stribling recorded four catches for 46 yards, while Black gained 33 yards on eight carries. The performance comes as the 49ers look to finalize their roster ahead of the regular season, with notable injuries affecting other key players.
- •49ers win 41-17 against Chargers in preseason game.
- •De'Zhaun Stribling catches four passes for 46 yards.
- •Kaelon Black gains 33 yards on eight carries.
- •All-Pro Mike Evans and Christian McCaffrey did not play.
- •Jacob Cowing scores a punt return touchdown.
- 6:11 AMYahoo Sports — Will this 49ers rookie class be the one? De'Zhaun Stribling, Kaelon Black shine against Chargers
- 5:55 AMNbcsportsbayarea.com — 49ers' future looks bright as De'Zhaun Stribling, Kaelon Black shine in win - NBC Sports Bay Area & California
"An aging San Francisco 49ers roster, star-studded for years, has needed new talent. Early signs of a promising draft class were easy to spot Thursday night against the Chargers.
"Rookies De'Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black looked like Hollywood stars during the San Francisco 49ers' preseason win over the Los Angeles Chargers.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 6:11 AMWill this 49ers rookie class be the one? De'Zhaun Stribling, Kaelon Black shine against Chargers
An aging San Francisco 49ers roster, star-studded for years, has needed new talent. Early signs of a promising draft class were easy to spot Thursday night against the Chargers.
- Nbcsportsbayarea.comAug 21, 2026, 5:55 AM49ers' future looks bright as De'Zhaun Stribling, Kaelon Black shine in win - NBC Sports Bay Area & California
Rookies De'Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black looked like Hollywood stars during the San Francisco 49ers' preseason win over the Los Angeles Chargers.
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