Mike Evans Embarks on New Journey with 49ers After Legendary Buccaneers Tenure
Mike Evans is set to continue his NFL journey with the San Francisco 49ers, concluding a remarkable 12-year career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The star wide receiver has signed a three-year deal valued at a maximum of $60.4 million, as reported by CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz. At 32 years old, Evans transitions to San Francisco after establishing himself as one of the greatest players in Buccaneers history. His accolades include: Six Pro Bowls A Super Bowl victory in 2020 11 consecutive seasons with over 1,000 receiving yards In a statement, Evans' agent Deryk Gilmore emphasized that this move was driven by Evans' desire for a fresh challenge rather than financial gain. "Mike has tremendous love and respect for the Buccaneers organization, the Glazer family, the coaches, his teammates, and especially the fans in Tampa Bay who have supported him since the day he was drafted," Gilmore stated. Evans leaves behind a legacy, ranking first in franchise history in: Receiving yards (13,052) Receptions (866) Touchdown catches (108) The Glazer family expressed gratitude for Evans' contributions, noting, "Saying goodbye to a legend such as Mike Evans is never easy... When the time comes, we look forward to gathering once again to honor his many accomplishments and celebrate his eventual Hall of Fame career." Joining the 49ers, Evans will enhance an offense that includes notable players like Christian McCaffrey, Brock Purdy, and George Kittle. This addition comes as San Francisco looks to build on their success from last season, where they advanced to the divisional round of the NFC playoffs.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-03-09