Overview
- The 12-year Buccaneers star is set to become an unrestricted free agent in March 2026 after an injury-hit season ended his run of 11 straight 1,000-yard years.
- An NFL insider at the Senior Bowl relayed belief there is less than a 50-50 chance Evans re-signs with Tampa Bay, framing a possible exit as increasingly plausible.
- Baker Mayfield said he believes Evans will play in 2026 and return to the Buccaneers, stressing this is his personal read rather than inside information.
- Beat reporters including Jenna Laine and Rick Stroud report Evans has not made a decision and has not had substantive discussions with the team or his agent about next season.
- If he tests the market, contenders such as the 49ers, Patriots, Bills, and Broncos have been mentioned as potential suitors depending on role, health, and price.