Trending Now - Bucs Wide Receiver Corps Adjusts After Mike Evans Departure

WHO:

Mike Evans, wide receiver, San Francisco 49ers

Jason Licht, General Manager, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

George Kittle, tight end, San Francisco 49ers

Chris Godwin, wide receiver, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Jalen McMillan, wide receiver, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Emeka Egbuka, wide receiver, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Tez Johnson, wide receiver, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

WHAT:

Mike Evans signed with the San Francisco 49ers.

Evans recorded 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first 11 seasons.

Evans has totaled 866 receptions, 13,052 receiving yards, and 108 touchdowns in 12 seasons with the Buccaneers.

Chris Godwin topped 1,000 receiving yards in four of five seasons.

Jalen McMillan posted his first 100-yard game at the end of 2025.

Emeka Egbuka finished his debut season with 938 yards and six touchdowns.

Tez Johnson had 28 catches for 332 yards and five touchdowns.

WHERE:

San Francisco, California (for the 49ers)

Tampa Bay, Florida (for the Buccaneers)

WHEN:

Mike Evans signed with the 49ers during free agency in March 2026.

Evans was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with the seventh overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft.

WHY:

Evans stated he felt the 49ers were "one piece away" from competing for a championship.

Jason Licht expressed the difficulty of losing a player like Mike Evans, calling him the "best offensive player we've ever had."

HOW:

George Kittle played a major role in recruiting Mike Evans to the 49ers.

The Buccaneers attempted to convince Evans to stay with the team.

(UPDATED March 18, 2026 21:12 UTC)

In a significant move during free agency this March, Mike Evans has signed with the San Francisco 49ers after an impressive 12 seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he recorded 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first eleven seasons. The Buccaneers' General Manager, Jason Licht, expressed the challenge of losing such a standout player, while George Kittle played a key role in recruiting Evans to San Francisco, believing the team is "one piece away" from championship contention. Alongside Evans, the Buccaneers have also seen notable performances from players like Chris Godwin, who topped 1,000 receiving yards in four of five seasons, and Jalen McMillan, who recently posted his first 100-yard game.