De'Zhaun Stribling Avoids Achilles Tear, MRI Pending

49ers rookie receiver De'Zhaun Stribling was ruled out of the Week 1 game against the Rams after suffering a non-contact ankle injury. Stribling was carted off the field after re-aggravating the injury in the second quarter. Initial tests confirmed his Achilles is intact, but he is scheduled for an MRI to determine the full extent of the ankle damage. This injury is a significant blow to the 49ers' receiving corps.