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Newer update on Mike Evans: Stefon Diggs injury update: Questionable for Week 6 vs. 49ers (hamstring)

Mike Evans injury update: Misses Thursday practice with rib injury ahead of Week 5 vs. Seahawks

Mike Evans missed Thursday's practice with a rib injury, but he ran on the sideline and spoke to the media.

By Cole Hartwell

Mike Evans missed Thursday’s practice for the San Francisco 49ers as he deals with a rib injury, according to Yahoo Sports.

What happened

Evans ran on the sideline in full uniform during Thursday’s session and spoke to the media in the locker room, which Yahoo Sports noted is usually a good sign for a player’s availability. He was limited in Wednesday’s practice due to the rib issue.

Context

Evans has 50.3 PPR points in four games this season on 24 targets, 17 receptions, 213 receiving yards, and two touchdowns. He has played 57% of snaps. Evans played through the ribs injury in last week’s 24-14 win over the Denver Broncos, catching five passes for 76 yards.

Timeline

On October 1, 2026, John Lynch said Evans would “make every attempt” to play in Week 4, and the receiver did suit up. On October 8, it was reported that Evans was limited in Wednesday’s practice with the rib injury.

Depth chart

Evans is the 49ers’ LWR1. Deebo Samuel is next on the depth chart as SWR2 and has 57.9 PPR points this season with 17 targets, 14 receptions, 185 receiving yards, and three touchdowns in four games. Jacob Cowing (RWR3) has 0.2 PPR points, Jordan Watkins (RWR4) has 8.0, Brandin Cooks (SWR5) has 1 target, and Demarcus Robinson (LWR6) is on injured reserve.

What’s next

The 49ers play the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, October 11. Evans’ participation will be tracked all year, according to Yahoo Sports.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Evans’ Thursday absence is noteworthy, but his sideline running and media availability suggest he could still play. Fantasy managers should monitor Friday’s practice report. If Evans is active, he remains a WR2 with upside given his 24 targets and two touchdowns in four games. If he sits, Deebo Samuel becomes the top target and a strong start, with 57.9 PPR points through four weeks. Jacob Cowing and Jordan Watkins would see more opportunities but aren’t reliable fantasy options.

Quick answers

What is Mike Evans' injury status?

Mike Evans missed Thursday's practice with a rib injury. He ran on the sideline and spoke to the media, which is usually a good sign for availability.

Who benefits if Mike Evans misses Week 5?

Deebo Samuel would be the top target, and he has 57.9 PPR points in four games. Jacob Cowing and Jordan Watkins would also see more opportunities.

Sources

  1. NFL schedule, Week 5 (ESPN)
  2. Player data (Sleeper)
  3. San Francisco 49ers depth chart, WR (Sleeper)
  4. Mike Evans injury update: Limited in practice with ribs injury ahead of Week 5 vs. Seahawks (Fantasy Football Desk)
  5. John Lynch: Mike Evans will make every attempt to play in Week 4 (Fantasy Football Desk)
  6. 49ers injury updates: Mike Evans misses practice; Dante Pettis released (Yahoo Sports)

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