The San Francisco 49ers have wrapped up their first preseason outing, leaving fans and analysts wondering how the newest additions to the roster measure up. While some rookies hit the ground running, others found the transition to professional football a bit more jarring. Wide receiver DeZhaun Stribling emerged as a clear standout, dominating his targets by hauling in seven passes for 63 yards. Despite facing stiff competition from established names like Deebo Samuel and Demarcus Robinson, Stribling is making himself nearly impossible to ignore if he maintains this level of production.

On the defensive side of the ball, Jaden Dugger looks like one of the safest bets of the group. Starting at MIKE linebacker, Dugger recorded three tackles and two run stops across thirty snaps, effectively jumping over second year player Nick Martin on the depth chart. Gracen Halton also showed promising flashes with a pressure and several run stops during his limited action. Meanwhile, Ephesians Prysock provided a mixed performance; while he struggled with a missed tackle, his strength in coverage suggests that his raw athletic traits are beginning to translate into usable NFL experience.

The offensive line remains a work in progress with varying degrees of success. Carver Willis impressed early with a high grading from PFF during his time at left guard, though things became rockier once he stepped in with the first team units. On the other end of the line, Enrique Cruz struggled through thirty three snaps at left tackle, allowing two pressures and showing inconsistencies in the run game, raising questions about whether a stint on the practice squad might be better for his development. In contrast, Romello Height failed to record any pressures despite significant opportunities in pass rush scenarios, signaling that he still needs to refine his technique to secure a specialized role.