49ers Sign Mike Evans
The 49ers are making HUGE moves, signing six-time Pro Bowler Mike Evans for two years, $60.4 million [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEvLtUK9Qm4]! Evans brings a record-tying 11 straight 1,000-yard seasons and 108 career TDs to the team – but also means Brandon Aiyuk is out to free up cap space.
Evans's contract has a base value of $42.4 million and includes $16.3 million guaranteed. The deal is incentive-laden and gives the 49ers financial flexibility beyond 2026. The 49ers were originally slated to pay Brandon Aiyuk $27 million this season, but they voided the guarantees after Aiyuk didn't participate in team activities. Aiyuk was placed on the reserve/left squad list after not showing up to rehab a knee injury. Evans, 32, spent 12 seasons with the Buccaneers, winning a Super Bowl in 2020. He had 11 straight seasons with 1,000+ receiving yards to start his career, tying Jerry Rice's record. His 108 career TD catches rank 10th all-time and 6th-most with a single franchise. The Buccaneers said they wanted Evans to finish his career in Tampa. Evans will pair with Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, and Ricky Pearsall, giving Brock Purdy options at every level. Evans is known as a drama-free receiver. The 49ers needed a true outside receiver who can win contested catches and draw a safety. He excels at back-shoulder throws, fades, and red-zone routes.
