Mac Jones praises 49ers rookie De’Zhaun Stribling’s speed in practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Mac Jones spoke about the skills of 49ers rookie wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling during training camp in Santa Clara, California, on July 27, 2026. Jones nicknamed Stribling 'the Flyin’ Hawaiian' due to his impressive speed and strength combination. Stribling recently returned to practice after dealing with hamstring tightness. Jones expressed confidence in Stribling's future performances, particularly his ability to track the ball when it's in the air. Jones also commented on teammates Jordan Watkins and Junior Bergen, highlighting their development and potential contributions to the offense this season.
- •Mac Jones refers to De’Zhaun Stribling as 'the Flyin’ Hawaiian.'
- •Stribling returned to practice after hamstring tightness.
- •Jones noted Stribling's unique ability to accelerate while tracking the ball.
- •Jordan Watkins and Junior Bergen are also discussed as key contributors.
- •49ers face competition for receiving positions this preseason.
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — Mac Jones has a nickname for 49ers’ rookie De’Zhaun Stribling
"Mac Jones spoke about the 49ers wide receiver room
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NFL•Aug 7, 2026, 4:02 PM2026 Broncos training camp: Day 7 live updates
- NFL•Aug 7, 2026, 1:50 PMLos Angeles Chargers news: Justin Eboigbe hype is real
- NFL•Aug 7, 2026, 1:40 PMEagles get Lane Johnson back after excused camp absence
- NFL•Aug 7, 2026, 12:16 PMSean McVay really doesn't want to talk about Rams' Australia plans
- NFL•Aug 7, 2026, 12:02 PMMajor offensive injury shouldn't derail 49ers' Super Bowl hopes
- NFL•Aug 7, 2026, 11:53 AMShould Cardinals start Carson Beck after impressive preseason debut?
