49ers’ wide receiver Mike Evans plans to play Week 1 despite a recent injury
Not that there was any doubt, but Mike Evans’ groin injury doesn’t appear to be serious
Santa Clara, CA - June 3, 2026 - San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans is set to play in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams despite being sidelined due to a recent groin injury, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Evans missed the team's OTA practice this week due to the injury, but head coach Kyle Shanahan expects him to be back for next week's practice sessions.
Fowler confirmed that Evans' latest injury is relatively minor, similar to the other injuries he has encountered this month. While the severity of his groin injury remains unclear, it is evident that Evans will not miss any regular-season games, potentially becoming a regular fixture on the injury report, much like in training camp and preseason games.
Despite the 49ers' run-first approach under Shanahan, Evans' versatile skills make him a crucial asset for the team's offense. His inclusion on the roster benefits the entire offense, as it enhances the running game, the performance of receivers, running backs, and most importantly, the quarterback Brock Purdy.
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