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49ers Plan Big Week 1 Role for Mike Evans

9/8/2026

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Mike Evans Debuts Australia

The San Francisco 49ers will heavily feature newly signed receiver Mike Evans in Week 1 game in Australia.
The team arrived in Melbourne a week early and held its first practice Monday at AAMI Park.
Evans missed most of training camp due to quadriceps and groin strains, saying staff handled them well.
Analysts predict Evans will receive eight targets, catch six passes for about 80 yards and a touchdown.

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Mora Wins

Jim Mora earned his first win as Colorado State head coach, beating Wyoming 35-13.
The victory secured the Bronze Boot trophy and widened CSU’s lead to 22 points.
Colorado State debuted as a Pac-12 member, while Wyoming remained in the Mountain West.
Transfer quarterback Hauss Hejny (Oklahoma State) threw five touchdowns, completing 16 of 21 passes.
Receiver RJ Vick (Wake Forest transfer) caught three touchdowns, including a 57-yard reception.

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Mike Evans Debuts Australia

The San Francisco 49ers will heavily feature newly signed receiver Mike Evans in Week 1 game in Australia.
The team arrived in Melbourne a week early and held its first practice Monday at AAMI Park.
Evans missed most of training camp due to quadriceps and groin strains, saying staff handled them well.
Analysts predict Evans will receive eight targets, catch six passes for about 80 yards and a touchdown.

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