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49ers tabbed as landing spot for 15 million WR after 1000-yard streak was snappe

Posted: Sun Aug 09, 2026 9:03 am
by delmermollie
The have to addre s their wide receiver room this offseason. Brandon Aiyuk is on his way out, and Jauan Jennings is a free agent. While Ricky Pearsall is a solid option, the 49ers desperately need another receiver for Brock Purdy. Ideally, it would be a bigger red-zone threat receiver as well. With such a clear need, named the 49ers as a potential landing spot for free agent Mike Evans on a $15 million projected deal. 49ers linked to Mike Evans amid $15M projection "Mike Evans, WR, Buccaneers. Projected contract: One year, $15 million," Manzano writes. "Potential landing spots: Buccaneers, 49ers." The 49ers could be a great fit for Evans this offseason, as the veteran wide receiver is hitting free agency and looking for a landing spot that will give him a big role. Evans, if he joins the 49ers, would instantly become the number one receiver and get plenty of targets in 2026. Add on that Purdy is a good starter, Kyle Shanahan is a great play caller and the 49ers are a Super Bowl contender, and Fred VanVleet Jersey this fit makes a ton of sense. While it's hard to imagine Evans, the 12-year Buccaneers veteran, joining a new team, the 32-year-old receiver could want to find a bigger role in an offense. After recording at least 1,000 yards for 11 straight seasons, Evans got hurt and only put up 368 yards in eight games this past season. It was the first time he averaged le s than 60 yards per game, sitting at just 46 for a career-worst season. MORE : The two-time second-team All-Pro and six-time Pro Bowler could be on his way to the Hall of Fame, especially if he can add a few more solid years to his career totals. He's sitting at 13,052 yards and 108 touchdowns. If he joins the 49ers, he could get plenty of work in the receiving game and make a push for the Hall of Fame. A $15 million contract for Evans, which Manzano projects to be what the veteran received this offseason, would be affordable for the 49ers. The Evans to the 49ers link is one to monitor this offseason, as the fit makes too much sense. If the Buccaneers don't bring him back, the 49ers are his next-best destination. More 49ers news: Chris Boucher Jersey