NFL free agency: Kyler Murray, Mike Evans among most likely to shake up playoffs

George Kittle reveals Mike Evans sales pitch that 7x Pro Bowl TE delivered to ex-Bucs WR convincing him to sign with 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers secured the signature of Mike Evans in free agency on Thursday, and George Kittle played a crucial role in that.

The Top Five 2026 NFL Free-Agency Signings

Mike Evans could be the missing piece in the 49ers’ Super Bowl push. Plus, one team spent big for a foundational element to spark its rebuild.

Buccaneers’ Split With Mike Evans Took 'Weird' Turn

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers entered the 2026 NFL offseason with every intention of finding a way to work out a new deal with longtime star wide receiver Mike Evans.Evans, who played his first 12 seasons with the Buccaneers, decided to leave town. He ultimately chose to sign a three-year deal worth $60.4 million with the San Francisco 49ers.Losing Evans was a sad day for Tampa Bay. He had been the long-term face of the franchise and was one of the b…

NFL free agency: Kyler Murray, Mike Evans among most likely to shake up playoffs

Evans found a perfect match for both himself and his new team, the 49ers

NFC Notes: Mike Evans Joins 49ers, Player Contract Updates

The NFC teams made notable moves, with the 49ers signing WR Mike Evans to a lucrative deal, while the Rams and Cardinals saw significant contract adjustments for various players. Evans will earn $42.5 million over three years, with substantial guarantees. The Cardinals activated contract guarantees for several players, and the Rams’ recently acquired CB Trent McDuffie expressed versatility. Additionally, several Rams players' salaries are now gu…

Are Minnesota Vikings Actually Better With Kyler Murray Over JJ McCarthy?

Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images Are Minnesota Vikings Actually Better With Kyler Murray Over JJ McCarthy?  Heading into the NFL offseason, the Minnesota Vikings had a tough question to answer around the quarterback position. After missing the playoffs in 2025, Minnesota was under a lot of pressure to right the ship, especially after Sam Darnold led the Seattle Seahawks to a Super Bowl win. The Vikings finished 2025 with a record of 9-…