Bucs Offered Evans More, But He Chose SF for a New Challenge

The Buccaneers offered Mike Evans a significantly higher contract than the 49ers, but Evans opted for a new chapter with San Francisco on a three-year, $42.5 million deal. Licht said Evans was the best offensive player TB has had, and noted the crowded Tampa WR room and Evans’ desire for a fresh challenge as factors in the move, with SF providing a clearer No. 1 role.