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Mike Evans joins 49ers, Chad Johnson predicts strong season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 10:09 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Mike Evans joins 49ers, Chad Johnson predicts strong season

Summary

Mike Evans, a veteran wide receiver formerly with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has signed a three-year, $42.5 million deal with the San Francisco 49ers. He will report to training camp this weekend. NFL legend Chad Johnson has predicted that Evans will achieve 98 receptions, 1,343 receiving yards, and 12 touchdowns in 2026. Evans expressed his excitement about working with quarterback Brock Purdy, highlighting his skills and the connection they are developing. He has a history of consistent performance, including a streak of 11 consecutive seasons with 1,000 receiving yards.

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Key Details

•Mike Evans signed with 49ers after 12 seasons with Buccaneers.
•Chad Johnson predicts Evans will have a career year in 2026.
•Evans cites quarterback Brock Purdy as a key reason for joining 49ers.
•He has 866 receptions, 13,052 receiving yards, and 108 touchdowns in his career.
•Training camp with the 49ers begins this weekend.

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10:09 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Legend Makes Mike Evans Prediction for First 49ers Season

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One of the weirdest sights during the upcoming NFL season will be seeing veteran wide receiver Mike Evans in a San Francisco 49ers uniform.Evans has been one of the league’s premier wide receivers throughout his 12-year NFL career, all of which he spent with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.However, after hitting free agency this offseason, Evans […] The post NFL Legend Makes Mike Evans Prediction for First 49ers Season appeared first on HEAVY.
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