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Mike Evans Carted Off in Second Quarter After Playing Through Questionable Hip Tag

His in-game removal creates a developing injury situation that may force the 49ers to reshuffle a thin receiving corps.

Overview

  • Several outlets reported Sunday that Evans planned to play despite a hip injury and a questionable designation after limited practice time.
  • He was active and productive early, catching multiple passes and helping set up two scoring plays before halftime.
  • In the second quarter Evans stumbled after a hit, needed significant help to reach the sideline, and was carted toward the 49ers locker room according to beat reporters.
  • Evans’ removal is especially consequential because the 49ers have already lost Ricky Pearsall for the season and placed Demarcus Robinson on IR while De’Zhaun Stribling is sidelined.
  • The team has not released an official medical update and further evaluation will determine how the absence could change Brock Purdy’s targets, the game plan, and fantasy lineups.