49ers See Gold Helmet Potential in Stribling After Standout Judgment Index

San Francisco used its “gold helmet” designation on receiver De’Zhaun Stribling after a Judgment Index assessment at Ole Miss yielded a 968 score—the best the tester had seen—suggesting high self‑confidence, coachability, and composure under pressure. The 15‑minute test measures values and decision‑making to reveal strengths and hidden weaknesses, a tool proponents say tracks leadership and football intelligence. While the 49ers’ leadership and scouting staff embraced Stribling’s leadership and pro mindset, the Judgment Index remains more established in college and other sports than in the NFL.