49ers Hope Mike Evans Healthy for Playoffs
Jerry Rice said he hopes the 49ers wide receiver, sidelined by Achilles tendinitis, will be fully healthy by the postseason.
Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Football
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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans has missed the last two games with Achilles tendinitis, and Kyle Shanahan considers him week-to-week. Jerry Rice, speaking on KNBR, said he hopes Evans will be fully healthy by the playoffs as the 49ers, at 7-1 entering Week 10, face the Dallas Cowboys.
Why it matters
Evans, in his first season with the 49ers, had 27 receptions for 420 yards and three touchdowns across the first six games before his absence. The injury leaves the team's wide receiver corps without one of its primary targets as it pursues a first-place NFC West position.
Evans recorded 27 receptions for 420 yards and three touchdowns across the first six games before missing the last two with Achilles tendinitis. The 49ers enter Week 10 at 7-1, but his return date remains week-to-week under Shanahan's assessment.
The players
Jerry Rice
Jerry Rice is a Hall of Fame wide receiver who spent his career with the San Francisco 49ers and is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in NFL history.
Mike Evans
Mike Evans is a veteran NFL wide receiver in his 13th season, who joined the San Francisco 49ers this offseason on a team-friendly contract.
Kyle Shanahan
Kyle Shanahan is the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers, known for his offensive system and his leadership of the franchise.
The details
Rice, a 49ers Hall of Famer, appeared on KNBR on Wednesday and was asked whether he is concerned about Evans' injury. He said Evans wants to play regardless of the injury, and he said the 49ers should win the Super Bowl.
Timeline
Week 10: 49ers face the Dallas Cowboys
Wednesday: Rice discusses the 49ers and Evans on KNBR
Season Trajectory
The 49ers' 7-1 start and first-place NFC West position place the Evans injury within a contending season. Rice's comments tie the current roster back to the franchise's championship history, though the playoff outlook depends on Evans' recovery.
Evans' absence affects fantasy rosters that counted on his production, as he had 420 yards and three touchdowns in six games. The 49ers' receiving depth will be tested until he returns from Achilles tendinitis.
The takeaway
Injury timelines for key receivers often shift week to week, so fans and fantasy managers should track official team updates rather than relying on projected return dates alone.
Further reading
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