The San Francisco 49ers officially signed veteran wide receiver Mike Evans to a 3-year contract. The deal is worth up to $60.4M. It includes $16.3M in guaranteed money for the star.
Evans spoke to the media during his introductory press conference on March 12, 2026. He showed great confidence in his new team. The 49ers want a championship after several close playoff losses.
“I feel like they were one piece away, and I’m that piece,” Evans told reporters. He believes his skills will help the team win the Super Bowl during the 2026 season.
New #49ers WR Mike Evans, in his introductory press conference: “I feel like they were one piece away, and I’m that piece.”
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 12, 2026
Evans spent 12 seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before this move. He recorded 11 straight seasons with over 1,000 receiving yards from 2014 to 2024. This is an NFL record.
The 2025 season was difficult for the veteran. He dealt with injuries and played only 8 games. He finished that year with 368 yards and 3 touchdowns. He now feels healthy.
The receiver praised the 49ers culture and head coach Kyle Shanahan. He also mentioned that tight end George Kittle helped recruit him. Evans wanted to play for a consistent winner.
Dec 21, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) reacts a touchdown during the first half against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
Dec 21, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) reacts a touchdown during the first half against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
The 49ers finished the 2025 season with a 12-5 record. They had a strong roster but needed more deep threats. Evans provides a massive target for the offense in the red zone.
The team also added defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa to the roster this week. These moves show that San Francisco is aggressive. They want to maximize their current window to win it all.
Evans is 32 years old but remains a top threat. He joins a group that includes Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel. This creates one of the best receiving groups in the league.
Fans roasted 49ers for the Mike Evans move
The reactions were brutal as fans wasted no time tearing apart the decision online.
One fan laughed it off,writing, “Who’s gonna tell him they ain’t winning SHIT.”
A second fan mocked the signing,saying, “33-year-old Mike ‘Hamstring’ Evans with an energy transplant next to the practice facility, I’m sure.”
A third fan questioned the logic,asking, “One piece away from only losing by 28 instead of 35 to Seattle?”
A fourth fan piled on with sarcasm,stating, “Yes. They were a 33-year-old, injury-prone receiver away.”
A fifth fan kept it painfully direct,writing, “Needed youth, got fragile grandpa.”
Fans clearly were not buying into the hype and made sure everyone knew this move changed nothing for them.