Chris Godwin learns of Mike Evans' 49ers signing via social media
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
FootballOn June 2, Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. shared that he first heard about Mike Evans signing with the 49ers through social media. Godwin confirmed the validity of the news only after receiving a text from quarterback Baker Mayfield, who sent a 'sad face' emoji. This unexpected news may have significant implications for the Buccaneers' receiving corps moving forward.
- •Chris Godwin learned of Mike Evans' signing on social media.
- •Baker Mayfield texted Godwin to confirm the news.
- •Evans joins the 49ers after a long tenure with the Buccaneers.
- •Godwin expressed disbelief until receiving Mayfield's message.
- 10:12 PMESPN — Bucs' Godwin thought Evans' exit news was AI
"Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. said Tuesday that he learned Mike Evans was signing with the 49ers on social media, and it wasn't until quarterback Baker Mayfield texted him a "sad face" emoji that he believed the news was real.
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