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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.