Eric Crocker· Apr 29, 2026
In a mock war-room debate, Crocker argued the 49ers wasted the 33rd overall pick on Dejean Stribling, comparing him to the Trey Lance gamble on traits and work ethic, and citing inconsistent route-running and trouble playing through contact.
“And I believe we just lit pick 33 on fire.”
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De'Zhaun Stribling to disappoint at the next level
“Traits work ethic raw, but it's gonna work because of his mindset. We lit three first round picks on fire. Mhmm. And I believe we just lit pick 33 on fire.”
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