Skip to main content
See every side of every news story
Published loading...Updated

49ers' Kyle Shanahan Praises Mike Evans After Statement Performance vs. Rams

Mike Evans caught six passes for 49 yards and a touchdown in his San Francisco debut as the 49ers opened 1-0.

  • On Thursday, the San Francisco 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in Melbourne, Australia, as wide receiver Mike Evans made his debut. Evans recorded 6 receptions for 49 yards and a touchdown.
  • San Francisco signed Evans to a 3-year, $42.4 million contract this offseason to provide quarterback Brock Purdy with a veteran target after the receiver struggled with injuries last season in Tampa Bay.
  • Evans' touchdown catch extended his scoring streak to a 13th consecutive season, tying Zach Ertz for the longest active NFL record. His performance pushed his career total to 13,099 receiving yards, moving him into the all-time top 20.
  • Following the loss, Rams head coach Sean McVay dismissed concerns about his team's 24-hour arrival in Melbourne. McVay insisted the unconventional travel schedule was not responsible for the performance.
  • The 49ers prepare for upcoming divisional matches at home, while the Rams host the New York Giants on September 21. Both teams face scrutiny over their contrasting international travel strategies.
Insights by Ground AI
Podcasts & Opinions

21 Articles

Think freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/yearSubscribe

Bias Distribution

  • 54% of the sources are Center
54% Center

Factuality Info Icon

To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium

Ownership

Info Icon

To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage

Heavy broke the news in Las Vegas, United States on Friday, September 11, 2026.
Too Big Arrow Icon
Sources are mostly out of (0)

Similar News Topics

News
Feed Dots Icon
For You
Search Icon
Search
Blindspot LogoBlindspotLocal