De'Zhaun Stribling out until November, fantasy options emerge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:29 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

San Francisco 49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling will undergo surgery on an ankle injury, sidelining him for approximately 10 weeks. His injury opens opportunities for several players to step up in the receiving corps. Demarcus Robinson, Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins, Tre Harris, and Antonio Williams are highlighted as potential replacements on fantasy rosters. The 49ers will need to reassess their passing strategy as they aim to fill Stribling's role while navigating a challenging early season schedule.
- •Stribling is expected to miss around 10 weeks due to ankle surgery.
- •Demarcus Robinson recorded two catches for 50 yards in Stribling's absence.
- •Kayshon Boutte and Mack Hollins are candidates for increased targets.
- •Tre Harris has potential for a larger role pending Ladd McConkey's injury.
- •Antonio Williams had four catches for 64 yards in his debut game.
- 8:29 PMYahoo Sports — 5 fantasy replacements with De'Zhaun Stribling out most of 2026
"Stribling was a high-upside stash. We've got some replacements who might fill his shoes.
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