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49ers 2nd-round rookie WR projected to have 'major role' in Week 1

This is a very exciting projection for the 49ers' rookie receiver.

49ers 2nd-round rookie WR projected to have 'major role' in Week 1

The San Francisco 49ers' second-round rookie wide receiver, De Zhaun Stribling, is projected to have a major role in the upcoming Week 1 game. According to reports from The Athletic, Stribling is expected to see significant playing time despite the 49ers' recent offseason losses, including Jauan Jennings, Ricky Pearsall, and Brandon Aiyuk.

After two impressive preseason games in which he caught multiple passes and accumulated significant yardage, it appears that Stribling could be a valuable addition to the 49ers' wide receiving corps. If he continues to perform well, the 49ers' WR room could be one of the more formidable in the league, alongside stars like Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, and Christian Kirk.

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