Buccaneers’ Mike Evans Shines in Training Camp Ahead of Record-Chasing 2025 Season

As players typically approach the 12-year mark in their careers, expectations of decline or reduced playing time often loom large. Not so with Buccaneers Wide Receiver Mike Evans, who continues to defy convention.

Despite racking up an astonishing 800-plus catches, 12,600 yards, and 105 touchdowns over his 11-year career, Evans remains remarkably agile, showing little sign of slowing down at 31. The veteran wideout is diving into the new season with the same purpose and intensity that defined his early days as a Buccaneer in 2014.

Evans is at the helm of a potent Buccaneers offense, surrounded by a talented cast that includes Chris Godwin, Cade Otton, Bucky Irving, and Jalen McMillan. This summer, the Buccaneers bolstered their roster with a pair of promising receivers: Emeka Egbuka, the highly touted Ohio State graduate selected 19th overall, and Oregon’s speedy Tez Johnson, who flashed elite athleticism with a 4.51-second 40-yard dash in the seventh round.

Even with a influx of fresh talent, Evans continues to command respect and lead by example, both in the locker room and at training camp.

Buccaneers’ Head Coach Todd Bowles via the team’s website,

“He (Mike Evans) blocks. He runs routes. It looks like he’s having more fun than he’s ever had and he’s found the fountain of youth.”

Evans made history last season, tying Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Rice’s record with 11 consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons. Evans achieved this impressive feat despite missing three games due to a hamstring injury, showcasing his remarkable consistency and skill as a wide receiver. This milestone not only solidifies Evans’ position as one of the greatest receivers in NFL history but also sets him up for a chance to break Rice’s record in the future.