Mike Evans leaves practice early; McCaffrey would practice in game week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:18 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

During a joint practice session between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Chargers, wide receiver Mike Evans left early with tightness in his left ankle and quad. Head coach Kyle Shanahan indicated the team is being cautious with Evans, acknowledging his importance to the offense. Additionally, Shanahan stated that running back Christian McCaffrey would have participated in practice had it been a regular game week. The 49ers are set to play against the Chargers on Thursday, and Shanahan plans to use several starters for that game.
- •Mike Evans had tightness and left practice early.
- •Kyle Shanahan confirmed Evans' importance and cautious approach.
- •Christian McCaffrey is ready to practice if it were game week.
- •The 49ers will play the Chargers on Thursday.
- 7:18 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Evans leaves early; Christian McCaffrey would’ve practiced if it were a game week
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