49ers work out former Jaguars wide receiver with Mike Evans banged up

On Monday, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided injury updates on the team. Mike Evans' rib injury was considered not long-term, as the team evaluated him throughout the week. It's unlikely Evans will play in Week 4, leaving Brock Purdy and the offense without their biggest threat in the passing game. The 49ers will continue working out wide receivers throughout the week, including the possibility of elevating Brandin Cooks from the practice squad.

Given the need for bigger bodies at this position, the 49ers are interested in drafting bigger players. According to Aaron Wilson, the first wideout the Niners are bringing in is Brady Boyd, listed at 6'1" and 195 pounds. Boyd, an undrafted free agent from the 2026 NFL Draft, showcased impressive athletic abilities at Utah State's Pro Day in March, with a 40" vertical jump, 10-foot-10 broad jump, and 4.45 40-yard dash.

His routes included high and intermediate crossing routes, indicating his speed and ability to stretch the field horizontally. Boyd's usage outweighed his results, indicating the 49ers' focus on speed. Additionally, the 49ers worked out defensive back Sam Webb, who played 134 snaps across seven games for the Browns in 2025, with 12 targets, nine completions, and a pass breakup.