Mike Evans is on a new team, the San Fransico 49ers. He has agreed to sign a three-year, $60.4 million deal with the NFC West franchise. Here’s how the 49ers’ wide receiver depth chart looks after the addition of the 6-time Pro Bowler.
A Look at the 49ers’ WR Room After Mike Evans’ Addition
Tom Pelissero broke the news as he posted, “Six-time Pro Bowl WR Mike Evans is signing a three-year deal with the 49ers.” So, with the 49ers making a huge splash, what does their depth chart look like?
Mike Evans
Evans brings veteran years of experience to the 49ers. Evans had 10 straight years of 1,000 seasons. In 2025, he did not hit that mark due to injuries, but if he were fully healthy, there is a chance Evans would have.
Evans brings consistency to the 49ers, which they need. Evans is also a great veteran piece for 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy. Purdy graded out as an A- and ranked number one according to PFSN’s QB Impact Metric. As great as Purdy is, with Evans’ experience, he could help the 49ers quarterback reach new heights.
Ricky Pearsall
Pearsall, when great, has been very good for the 49ers. He has been injured, as he only played nine games last year. When healthy, Pearsall is great at route running over the middle of the field.
Evans is more of a down-the-field threat, so Pearsall and he could be an effective receiving duo for the 49ers.
Demarcus Robinson
Like Evans, Robinson is a veteran, having been drafted by the Chiefs in 2016. Robinson had a solid season, but his best game was against the Philadelphia Eagles in the Wild Card round. In this game, Robinson had 111 receiving yards.
So, with Robinson’s best game coming late in the season, there is a chance that he could carry that momentum to next season.
Jacob Cowing
Cowing, a fourth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has been quiet so far in his career. He has only recorded 4 catches for 80 yards in 15 games.
Jordan Watkins
Like Cowing, Watkins has not seen many receptions in his career. However, the 49ers have a lot of receivers leaving, so Watkins and Cowing could see more reps.
49ers Departing Receivers
Jauan Jennings is set to be a free agent. Jennings has proven to be effective for the team, so if he stays with the 49ers, he could be a big piece. However, Evans and Jennings both profile as possession receivers. So there is a case that Evans is Jennings’ replacement.
Kendrick Bourne, Trent Taylor, and Skyy Moore are also set to hit the open market for the 49ers. There is also a high chance that Brandon Aiyuk could be released by the team. So, with all the departing names, bringing in Evans is a great move for the 49ers.
Overall, Evans pairs well with the 49ers’ other great players, such as tight end George Kittle and running back Christian McCaffrey. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan will have a lot to work with.
