Rookies around the league are picking their jersey numbers for their new teams, and the San Francisco 49ers just announced what De'Zhaun Stribling will be repping next season. However, his number choice does suggest that Jauan Jennings will no longer be with the club.
Reports indicate that Stribling, who is 23 years old, will be wearing No. 15 with the 49ers, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area. That is the number Jennings has worn for the past five seasons in San Francisco.
“Rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling confirmed he will be wearing No. 15 for the 49ers,” reported Maiocco. “Jauan Jennings wore that number for the previous five seasons.”
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Jennings is currently a free agent, which is why No. 15 was available in the first place. Of course, there is still technically a chance the five-year veteran re-signs with the 49ers. But considering his jersey number is now occupied by Stribling, it seems like a long shot that Jauan Jennings comes back to San Francisco.
The 49ers have made several changes to the wide receiver room this offseason, which is probably a stronger indication that Jauan Jennings won't return. On top of drafting De'Zhaun Stribling in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the front office also signed Mike Evans and Christian Kirk in free agency. Additionally, Ricky Pearsall is expected to be fully healthy and available at the start of the season after missing eight games last season.
Stribling joins the 49ers after playing for the Ole Miss Rebels last season. He began his college football journey in 2021 with the Washington State Cougars. He transferred to Oklahoma State in 2023, where he played for two seasons before transferring to Ole Miss. He finished last season with 55 receptions for 811 yards and six touchdowns.
Rookies around the league are picking their jersey numbers for their new teams, and the San Francisco 49ers just announced what De'Zhaun Stribling will be repping next season. However, his number choice does suggest that Jauan Jennings will no longer be with the club. Reports indicate that Stribling, who is 23 years old, will be wearing No.