Shanahan Back, Rookies Shine in Preseason | NFL News

The 49ers made a triumphant return to the field with head coach Kyle Shanahan back on the sideline after his July accident, facing off against former defensive coordinator Robert Saleh’s Titans in a preseason showdown that was as much about development as it was about score. Rookie WR Deshawn Stribling made an instant impact with his first-play catch, while QB Curtis Rourke, sidelined all last season with an ACL injury, looked sharp in his debut. The game was a gritty, low-scoring battle punctuated by field goals and punts, but the real story was the emergence of young talent and the new coaching staff’s strategic vision. Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris deployed fresh schemes, giving players like Renardo Green and Larry Worth III crucial reps. It was a promising start to preseason — young guns stepping up, depth being tested, and a foundation being laid for what could be a strong season ahead. 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/cd821a0f66d7ff91