Stribling Impresses Scouts, Surpasses Lemon for 49ers’ Draft Pick
Draft evaluator Greg Cossell praised De’Zhaun Stribling’s size-speed and refined route work, saying he preferred Stribling over Makai Lemon after reviewing 2024–25 tape; Stribling’s vertical speed, middle-field production, and versatility to play all over the field—and his toughness as a blocker—could boost the 49ers, with an NFL coach reportedly agreeing Stribling edged Lemon.