Mike Evans Questionable for Monday Night Game

Coach Kyle Shanahan said the 49ers will make a game‑day decision after Evans missed practice with rib issues and new Achilles soreness.

Overview

The San Francisco 49ers officially listed wide receiver Mike Evans as questionable for Monday night against the Washington Commanders after he did not practice Thursday through Saturday.
Shanahan said the team will wait until game day to decide Evans’ status because he has been managed for a rib injury sustained in Week 3 and developed Achilles soreness this week.
The designation came as the 49ers also ruled Deebo Samuel out with a hamstring injury while fullback Kyle Juszczyk is expected to return and Christian Kirk could be activated.
Outside assessments give reason for guarded optimism: local reporter Matt Maiocco predicted Evans will play and FantasyPros’ model put his probability at about 63 percent.
Evans has been a primary target this season with 24 catches for 326 yards and three touchdowns through five games, so his availability will meaningfully shape target distribution and play‑calling if he is inactive.