49ers News: De’Zhaun, Romello, and Kaelon… welcome to the bay!

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 08: De'zhaun Stribling #1 of the Ole Miss Rebels makes a catch defended by Xavier Lucas #6 of the Miami Hurricanes in the third quarter during the 2025 College Football Playoff Semifinal at the VRBO Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on January 08, 2026 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Images 49ers take Ole Miss WR De’Zhaun Stribling with No. 33 pick in 2026 NFL Draft (paywall) “T ed Nguyen’s analysis: De’Zhaun Stribling is a perfect fit for Kyle Shanahan.

There were rumors the 49ers wanted to keep trading down, and now, we see why. Stribling is a bit of a reach, but it’s clear to see what the 49ers are envisioning with him. He’s an excellent run blocker and averaged more yards after the catch (7.

3) than Omar Cooper Jr. He can be a supercharged version of Jauan Jennings who can win deep with physicality. Matt Barrows: The 49ers had a distinct lack of yards after the catch in 2025, finishing 28th in the league in that category.

That’s Stribling’s specialty. He averaged 7. 3 YAC per reception last season, one of the best marks in the nation.