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49ers to Make IR Roster Move with Fan Favorite Rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling

Rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling is expected to miss at least four games, and San Francisco will promote KhaDarel Hodge for added depth.

  • On Wednesday, the San Francisco 49ers placed rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling on injured reserve, ruling the second-round draft pick out for at least four games following ankle surgery.
  • Stribling suffered a deltoid ligament sprain in his left ankle during the team's 27-7 season-opening win over the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, playing 21 snaps before exiting.
  • The 49ers' training staff faced backlash for clearing Stribling to return to the field after the initial injury, while coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed the rookie will be out about 10 weeks.
  • San Francisco will promote KhaDarel Hodge from the practice squad to the active roster, while Deebo Samuel and Demarcus Robinson may see expanded roles with Stribling sidelined and Ricky Pearsall out for the season.
  • Coach Kyle Shanahan stated he feels "good he'll be back this season" as the 49ers prepare for their Sunday Week 2 matchup against the Miami Dolphins despite the extended recovery timeline.
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Report: 49ers placing WR De'Zhaun Stribling on IR

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NFLTradeRumors.co broke the news on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
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