Mike Evans and Nick Bosa are 49ers candidates for Comeback Player of the Year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers may have strong contenders for the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award in 2026. Analyst Gary Davenport highlights receiver Mike Evans and edge rusher Nick Bosa as potential winners. Evans, joining the 49ers after an injury-plagued 2025 season, hopes to reclaim his status as a top receiver. Bosa, recovering from a second ACL tear, could return to form as one of the league's leading edge rushers. Both players have experienced challenges that make their comebacks noteworthy.
- •Mike Evans played just eight games last season due to injury.
- •Nick Bosa tore his ACL for the second time in 2025.
- •Evans is expected to step up as the team's top receiver.
- •Bosa has previously won Defensive Player of the Year.
- •Both players could significantly enhance the 49ers' Super Bowl hopes.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Analyst predicts 2 49ers stars who could win top NFL award in 2026
"Mike Evans or Nick Bosa could become the second consecutive 49ers player to win Comeback Player of the Year.
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