Mike Evans signed a three-year, 60.3 million deal to land with the 49ers at the start of 2026 free agency. It is a move that has been met with sadness, shock and anger from many in the Buccaneers fanbase.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers had some work to do on defense at the beginning of free agency, and now, they have even more work to do. Most Bucs fans are still reeling from franchise legend Mike Evans' departure to the San Francisco 49ers, but another under-the-radar departure could hurt them even more.
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Mike Evans is leaving Tampa after playing all 12 years of his career with the Buccaneers. Evans is reportedly signing a three-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers, according to multiple reports Monday.
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We all knew there would be some kind of ripple effect if Mike Evans left the Tampa Bay Buccaneers – both in the locker room and the community. His departure leaves a crater-sized hole that's nearly impossible to fill, as he was a pillar in both areas.
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Cornerback Jamel Dean has signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers in free agency, per Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. The deal is for three-years and $36.75 million.
Mike Evans’ agent, Deryk Gilmore, released a statement to Pewter Report and other media outlets about the Bucs legend’s decision to leave Tampa Bay after 12 seasons in red and pewter.
Wide receiver Mike Evans is leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after 12 seasons. Evans has agreed to a three-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers, according to multiple reports.
Middle linebacker Alex Anzalone is going from Detroit to Tampa Bay. Anzalone has agreed to a two-year, $17MM contract with the Buccaneers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Tight end Cade Otton is planning to re-sign with the Bucs per Ian Raporport of the NFL Network. The deal was negotiated by Otton’s agent, Collin Roberts of Excel Football.