Mike Evans Fuels 49ers’ 5-0 Start

Mike Evans is quickly becoming the 49ers’ go-to receiver in critical moments, bringing the big-bodied, one-on-one threat the offense has lacked. In San Francisco’s 29-26 win over Seattle, he made four catches for 75 yards on the decisive touchdown drive and converted key third downs, then caught a two-point conversion; he also scored earlier in the game. Evans delivered while playing through a rib injury, and teammates praised his toughness and impact. His early-season connection with Brock Purdy has helped the 49ers reach a 5-0 start and strengthened the case that Evans is among the team’s most consequential receivers since Terrell Owens.