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49ers WR Evans Injured in Dominant Win
21 Sep
Summary
- Mike Evans suffered a hip injury during the game.
- He recorded three receptions for 54 yards before exiting.
- His absence impacts the team's thin receiver depth.
The San Francisco 49ers achieved a commanding lead against the Miami Dolphins, holding a 35-13 advantage late in the fourth quarter. Despite this dominant performance, the team faces uncertainty as wide receiver Mike Evans sustained a hip injury during the game. He was ruled questionable to return. Evans, a 13-year veteran, finished the day with three receptions for 54 yards, completing 100% of his targets. This brings his season total to nine receptions for 103 yards and one touchdown in his first two games with the 49ers.
With the team's wide receiver depth already tested by rookie De'Zhaun Stribling being on injured reserve, Evans' potential absence poses a challenge. Should he miss time, Deebo Samuel would likely become a primary receiving option alongside tight end George Kittle. The 49ers will await further evaluation of Evans' hip injury to ascertain its severity. The team is preparing for their next matchup against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, September 27.
