Mike Evans joins 49ers' injury woes with quad strain during training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 12:24 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers are dealing with significant injuries as wide receiver Mike Evans did not participate in Monday’s practice due to a quad strain. This setback comes as the team faces multiple injuries among key offensive players, including Ricky Pearsall, Christian Kirk, and George Kittle. The 49ers signed Deebo Samuel to bolster their depth amid the growing injury crisis. While Evans' injury is being reported as minor, caution is paramount as he enters his 13th NFL season. The team continues to focus on managing this crisis as training camp progresses.
- •Mike Evans out with a minor quad strain, day-to-day status.
- •Ricky Pearsall placed on season-ending injured reserve.
- •Christian Kirk dealing with a calf strain; day-to-day.
- •George Kittle on active/PUP list with an Achilles issue.
- •Deebo Samuel signed to boost receiving options amid injuries.
- 12:24 AMYahoo Sports — Déjà Vu in Santa Clara: Mike Evans’ Quad Strain Adds to 49ers’ Mounting Injury Troubles
"A mounting injury crisis in Santa Clara leaves Kyle Shanahan scrambling as marquee signing Mike Evans joins a growing list of sidelined stars threatening the 49ers' depth.
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