San Francisco, CA .
Excitement is spreading throughout the Faithful after several San Francisco 49ers veterans delivered glowing early reviews of rookie wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling.
Although he has not played a single official NFL game, Stribling has already made a strong impression inside the 49ers facility during early offseason work.
Several veterans have reportedly taken notice of his size, speed, physicality, and explosive movement since the former Ole Miss standout arrived in San Francisco.
The biggest reaction came from veteran fullback Kyle Juszczyk, whose short message about the rookie quickly gained attention across NFL social media.
“He looks like an absolute beast on the field.”
That 9 word message immediately energized 49ers fans because of the rare level of excitement surrounding a rookie who has yet to play an NFL snap.
Juszczyk said he was especially impressed by Stribling’s maturity, noting how quickly the young receiver has carried himself around veterans inside the locker room.
According to Juszczyk, the most surprising part has been how smoothly Stribling moves despite having a bigger frame than many traditional wide receivers.
Not long after that comment drew attention, team captain Brock Purdy also spoke publicly about the rookie receiver generating buzz inside the organization.
Some fans initially wondered whether Purdy had already developed trust in the newcomer, but the quarterback’s comments quickly eased those concerns.
Purdy openly praised Stribling’s raw talent, speed, athleticism, and potential ability to create an immediate impact within San Francisco’s offense.
The 49ers quarterback said he could already feel Stribling’s ability during route sessions and early throwing work away from full game speed.
Purdy acknowledged that Stribling still needs time to learn the playbook and build chemistry before fully reaching his professional ceiling.
Still, Purdy believes the rookie has the tools to contribute quickly if his development continues at the current pace throughout the offseason.
Stribling was selected after San Francisco traded down twice in the first round before ultimately taking the Ole Miss receiver near the top of Round 2.
At Ole Miss, Stribling impressed evaluators with his yards after catch ability, physical receiving style, and consistent production against SEC competition.
Inside the 49ers organization, there is confidence Kyle Shanahan and receivers coach Leonard Hankerson can accelerate Stribling’s transition into the NFL.
His arrival also brings new intrigue to a receiver room that has experienced major changes and fresh expectations entering the 2026 season.
With Mike Evans, Christian Kirk, and Brock Purdy leading the offense, the Faithful believe San Francisco may be building another dangerous passing attack.
For now, De’Zhaun Stribling has not played a regular season snap, but his early impression has already made San Francisco eager for what comes next.
