Washington Commanders v San Francisco 49ers
Washington Commanders v San Francisco 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers will be without one of their biggest offensive weapons against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, October 25.
Wide receiver Mike Evans is officially inactive for the Week 7 matchup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, confirming he will miss Sunday’s game while dealing with rib and Achilles injuries.
The 49ers confirmed Evans’ absence on their official gameday inactive list, two days after head coach Kyle Shanahan ruled the veteran receiver out. Evans did not participate in any of San Francisco’s three practices leading up to the contest.
Evans’ absence comes at a difficult time for the undefeated 49ers, who are also missing fellow wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. because of a hamstring injury. However, San Francisco will welcome another veteran receiver back into the lineup.
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Is Mike Evans Playing Today Against the Falcons?
No. Mike Evans will not play against the Falcons on Sunday, October 25.
The 33-year-old receiver was officially listed among the 49ers’ seven inactive players, ending any uncertainty about his availability for the 1 p.m. ET kickoff.
Evans is dealing with Achilles tendinitis as well as a rib injury that has bothered him in recent weeks.
He aggravated the Achilles issue during San Francisco’s 23-17 victory over the Washington Commanders on October 19, exiting late in the second quarter and never returning.
Before leaving that contest, Evans had already caught three passes for 94 yards. He has recorded 27 receptions for 420 yards and three touchdowns this season.
Evans’ absence is particularly significant given the team’s other injuries at wide receiver. Samuel also appears on Sunday’s inactive list, leaving San Francisco without two established receiving threats.
How Long Is Mike Evans Out For? Latest 49ers Injury Update
The 49ers have not announced an exact return date for Evans, but Shanahan previously expressed optimism that his Achilles injury would not require an extended absence.
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