49ers Prioritize Ole Miss Receiver De'Zhaun Stribling in 2026 Draft

The San Francisco 49ers prioritized Ole Miss receiver De'Zhaun Stribling during the 2026 NFL Draft, a move that contributed to the team's D grade for reaching on prospects. Stribling joins a draft class that focused on specific positional needs over consensus board value. As the team begins its offseason program, Stribling will compete for a role in a receiving corps, aiming to prove his value within the 49ers' offensive system following his transition from the collegiate level.