MIKE EVANS NEWS

Called 'doubtful' for Week 1 Evans (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's contest at New Orleans.

Impact The Buccaneers seem to be waiting until Sunday to make a final call on Evans' availability for Week 1, but the fact he was tagged with a "doubtful" designation is not a great sign that he'll be active. He did get back on the practice field Friday in a limited capacity, but if Evans is unable to suit up this weekend, Chris Godwin will be the unquestioned No. 1 wide receiver, while Scotty Miller, Justin Watson and rookie Tyler Johnson will be candidates for additional snaps.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Takes part in Friday's practice Evans (hamstring) took part in Friday's practice, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Impact It appears Evans was only able to practice on a limited basis Friday, but it's a good sign that he was on the field after sitting out the previous two days. While Evans' participation provides reason for optimism, his status for Week 1 has not yet been determined and may not be until game day.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not partaking in practice Evans (hamstring) wasn't spotted on the field during the portion of Thursday's practice that was open to the media, Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Instead, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times notes that Evans worked outside on the field with team trainer Bobby Slater, while the Bucs' healthy players practiced indoors. With that in mind, Evans is poised to go down as a non-participant in practice for the second day in a row, leaving his availability for Sunday's season opener at New Orleans uncertain. Head coach Bruce Arians suggested that Evans could end up being a game-time call for the Week 1 matchup, but the wideout's activity (or lack thereof) in Friday's session should provide more insight into whether he's trending toward active or inactive status.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Could be game-time call Week 1 Coach Bruce Arians told Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site that Evans, who didn't practice Wednesday due to a hamstring injury, may be a game-time call Sunday at New Orle...

Impact Arians relayed Evans doesn't have to practice this week in order to play, but the decision will "go all the way to the wire." It should be noted Evans missed the final three games of last season due to a strained right hamstring, so his status will be watched closely as Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff draws closer. If he's unable to suit up, his absence would free up reps for Justin Watson, and perhaps rookie Tyler Johnson, who sit directly behind Evans on the depth chart.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice with injury Evans was held out of practice Wednesday, with coach Bruce Arians saying the wide receiver is day-to-day due to a soft tissue injury, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

Impact This is the first report of any issue for Evans this summer, and the timing is cause for concern even if the Buccaneers don't think it's a serious injury. The wideout has some history of hamstring and groin injuries, including a three-game absence to close out last season. Another update should be available Wednesday afternoon when the Bucs release their initial injury report for Sunday's game in New Orleans.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Leonard Fournette planning to sign with Brady-led Buccaneers

Leonard Fournette intends to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are stockpiling playmakers to help Tom Brady be successful with his new team

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pittman getting head start on rookie season Jim Irsay compares rookie wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to Indianapolis Colts legend Reggie Wayne. And Pittman borrows from superstars i...

JUNE 19, 2020 • KOKOMOTRIBUNE.COM

The Dream (All-NFL 25-and-Under) Team

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JUNE 18, 2018

Tampa Bay Buccaneers agree to five-year, $82.5 million extension with Mike Evans

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MARCH 9, 2018

Bucs make Mike Evans the second-highest paid receiver in NFL

Tampa Bay's Mike Evans has agreed to a five-year, $82.5 million contract extension that makes him the second-highest paid receiver in the NFL.

MARCH 9, 2018

Winston injury, Evans suspension add to Buccaneers' woes

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) A five-game losing streak isn't the only source of frustration for the reeling Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Buccaneers WR Mike Evans suspended 1 game for hit on Saints CB Marshon Lattimore

Mike Evans was penalized for the play but not suspended Sunday in the Buccaneers' loss to the Saints.

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

2017 NFL Fifth-Year option tracker

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OCTOBER 4, 2017

NFL Power Rankings: Which teams improved the most this off-season?

In 2017’s first post-draft Power Rankings, we set out to grade the NFL off-season on a curve. Who improved their team more than average?

OCTOBER 4, 2017

FANTASY PLAYS: Wide receivers more important as game shifts

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OCTOBER 4, 2017

Evans loses cool as Bucs go backward in loss to Vikings

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

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Buccaneers Game Day Spotlight: Mike Evans

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Mike Evans Poised For Huge Game

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JUNE 30, 2017

5 Receivers the Buccaneers Need to Consider Now

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JUNE 30, 2017

Buccaneers: Mike Evans One-Handed Catch Named Play of the Year

The Buccaneers have taken home an award, as Mike Evans earned play of the year honors for his one-handed reception.The Buccaneers didn't go...

JUNE 30, 2017

Mike Evans protested Donald Trump during national anthem

National anthem protests have been common in the NFL this season, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans joined in on Sunday.San...

JUNE 30, 2017

Daily fantasy picks: Who should you start in Week 14?

Mike Evans and Kirk Cousins have proved their worth to DFS players all season. Keep them in your lineups in Week 14.

JUNE 30, 2017

Mike Evans makes crazy catch, Keanu Neal lights him up (Video)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans made a crazy one-handed grab for a first down before Atlanta Falcons strong safety Keanu Neal...

JUNE 30, 2017