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49ers Announce Sudden Mike Evans Injury Update Ahead of Commanders Game

The San Francisco 49ers are coming off an impressive 32-29 victory over the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks in Week 5. Veteran wide receiver Mike Evans also had his best game yet as a member of the 49ers, hauling…

By Cole Sullivan · Heavy

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 8:20 PM

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Mike Evans missed Thursday's practice due to Achilles soreness along with an ongoing rib injury.
The 49ers face the Washington Commanders on Monday night, providing Evans an extra recovery day.
Evans has recorded 24 catches, 326 receiving yards, and three touchdowns so far this season.

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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan announced that wide receiver Mike Evans missed practice on Thursday due to Achilles soreness and fractured ribs. The issue arose ahead of the team's Monday night game against the Washington Commanders, though the extra day of rest offers Evans additional time to recover.

Evans has been vital for the 49ers, recording 24 receptions for 326 yards and three touchdowns this season. San Francisco is already facing significant depth issues at receiver, with Ricky Pearsall, Christian Kirk, De'Zhaun Stribling, DeMarcus Robinson, and Deebo Samuel all dealing with injuries.

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