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49ers Sign Veteran Mike Evans, Bolster Receiving Corps

7/8/2026

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The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran wide receiver Mike Evans in March.
Evans spent his 12 seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after being drafted No. 7 in 2014.
He appeared in eight games season, posting 30 receptions for 368 yards and three touchdowns.
With Evans healthy, the 49ers could give Brock Purdy a full receiver group by Week 1, boosting a passing offense that was fifth last season.

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The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran wide receiver Mike Evans in March.
Evans spent his 12 seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after being drafted No. 7 in 2014.
He appeared in eight games season, posting 30 receptions for 368 yards and three touchdowns.
With Evans healthy, the 49ers could give Brock Purdy a full receiver group by Week 1, boosting a passing offense that was fifth last season.