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Kyle Shanahan discusses Mike Evans' injury concerns ahead of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 12:40 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Kyle Shanahan discusses Mike Evans' injury concerns ahead of season
Summary

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan addressed the injury history of veteran receiver Mike Evans during a press conference. Evans, who missed nine games last season due to injury, is expected to be a starting receiver for the 49ers in the upcoming season. Shanahan emphasized the importance of managing Evans' workload to keep him healthy, mentioning a current issue with Evans' quad. The team is hopeful that he will return to practice soon, as his presence is crucial for their receiver corps.

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  • •Mike Evans missed nine games last year due to injuries.
  • •Kyle Shanahan expressed confidence in Evans' ability once healthy.
  • •Evans has a history of hamstring issues affecting his availability.
  • •Shanahan plans to manage Evans' playing time for optimal performance.
  • •The 49ers need Evans back at practice for the upcoming season.
Latest Updates
  • 12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Kyle Shanahan is fully aware of the Mike Evans injury risk
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Veteran receiver Mike Evans missed nine games last year due to injury.

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