Niners Preseason Surge Shines | San Francisco 49ers News

Rookie DeZhaun Stribling exploded for seven catches and 63 yards, leading the Niners in receiving during their preseason opener against the Titans, while Brock Purdy and Jacob Cowing are building chemistry on the field. The defense stepped up—especially in the red zone—and despite George Kittle’s absence, new playmakers are stepping into the spotlight. Coach Kyle Shanahan praised standout performers like Rourke and Stribling, and joint practices with the Titans revealed promising unit progress, particularly on defense. Early signs point to a team finding its rhythm—and fans are already buzzing. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e4e401150d31ce30