Chris Godwin reacts to Mike Evans joining the 49ers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Chris Godwin expressed disbelief over reports that Mike Evans signed with the 49ers, revealing he sought confirmation from teammate Baker Mayfield. Godwin stated the departure of Evans, a key player over their nine seasons together, is difficult for the team. He acknowledged Evans' significant contributions to both the team and community and wished him well in San Francisco. Evans, drafted in 2014, aims to secure a second Super Bowl title with his new team, while Godwin emphasized the readiness of the remaining wide receivers on the roster.
- •Chris Godwin did not believe reports of Mike Evans signing with the 49ers.
- •Godwin reached out to Baker Mayfield for confirmation.
- •Evans and Godwin were teammates for nine seasons.
- •Evans departed Tampa Bay after a strong career for a Super Bowl chance.
- •Godwin highlighted the depth of the Buccaneers' receiving corps.
- 2:09 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Godwin couldn't believe the news that Mike Evans was leaving
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Godwin Reveals He Was Blindsided by Mike Evans’ Departure in Free Agency
- 11:21 PMNBCSports.com — Chris Godwin “didn’t believe” reports Mike Evans was signing with 49ers - NBC Sports
- 11:21 PMGoogle News — Chris Godwin “didn’t believe” reports Mike Evans was signing with 49ers - NBC Sports
- 11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Godwin "didn't believe" reports Mike Evans was signing with 49ers
"Chris Godwin and Mike Evans shared the field for nine seasons in Tampa Bay. However, when Evans signed a three-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers in March, Godwin found out at the same time as the general public.
"Chris Godwin didn't and couldn't believe the news Mike Evans was signing with the 49ers when he first heard about it.
"Chris Godwin has spent nine seasons in the NFL, all of them with Mike Evans as his teammates.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 2:09 PMChris Godwin couldn't believe the news that Mike Evans was leaving
Chris Godwin didn't and couldn't believe the news Mike Evans was signing with the 49ers when he first heard about it.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 1:30 PMChris Godwin Reveals He Was Blindsided by Mike Evans’ Departure in Free Agency
Chris Godwin and Mike Evans shared the field for nine seasons in Tampa Bay. However, when Evans signed a three-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers in March, Godwin found out at the same time as the general public.
- NBCSports.comJun 2, 2026, 11:21 PMChris Godwin “didn’t believe” reports Mike Evans was signing with 49ers - NBC Sports
Chris Godwin has spent nine seasons in the NFL, all of them with Mike Evans as his teammate.
- Google NewsJun 2, 2026, 11:21 PMChris Godwin “didn’t believe” reports Mike Evans was signing with 49ers - NBC Sports
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 11:18 PMChris Godwin "didn't believe" reports Mike Evans was signing with 49ers
Chris Godwin has spent nine seasons in the NFL, all of them with Mike Evans as his teammates.
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