49ers rookies Stribling and Black contribute in preseason victory over Chargers
San Francisco defeated Los Angeles 41-17 in a preseason game, with rookies De’Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black each recording notable statistics.
San Francisco beat the Los Angeles Chargers 41-17 at SoFi Stadium on Thursday in a preseason matchup. Wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling caught four of five targets for 46 yards, including a 21-yard reception from quarterback Mac Jones and three catches for 25 yards on a series with Brock Purdy. Stribling also dropped a potential touchdown pass, which head coach Kyle Shanahan said was a difficult catch due to an early throw.
Running back Kaelon Black, making his preseason debut after missing the first game with an adductor strain, carried the ball eight times for 33 yards, with a longest run of nine yards after a second effort at the line of scrimmage. Shanahan praised Black’s physical running style and indicated the team will manage his workload as he returns from injury.
Over two preseason games, Stribling has recorded 11 receptions on 13 targets for 109 yards. The performances come as the 49ers evaluate their recent draft selections, with Stribling taken 33rd overall and Black selected in the third round.