Close to returning from injury
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Thursday that Evans is "real close" to returning from Achilles tendinitis and that he would probably be playing Sunday if it were a playoff game, David Lombardi of SFStandard.com reports.
Shanahan's comments signal the 49ers are taking an extra cautious approach with the veteran wideout in the hopes that he'll be available down the home stretch of the season. While Evans hasn't officially been ruled out for Sunday's game at Dallas, he isn't expected to suit up in Week 10, per Brooke Evans of the 49ers' official site. Until he's fully recovered and ready to go again, his absence should continue to open up additional opportunities outside for 2025 fourth-rounder Jordan Watkins.
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Deebo Samuel Sr.
Stays limited Thursday
Samuel (hamstring) practiced on a limited basis Thursday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Mike Evans
Another DNP on Thursday
Evans (Achilles) didn't practice Thursday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Mike Evans
Not seen at Thursday's practice
Evans (Achilles) wasn't spotted during the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Nick Wagoner of ESPN reports.
Deebo Samuel Sr.
Limited in return to practice
Samuel (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Mike Evans
Sits out Wednesday's practice
Evans (Achilles) was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Deebo Samuel Sr.
Practicing Wednesday
Samuel (hamstring) will return to practice Wednesday, David Lombardi of SFStandard reports.
Brandin Cooks
Tallies two catches against Las Vegas
Cooks brought in both of his targets for 25 yards during Sunday's 38-17 win over the Raiders.
Mac Jones
Too pricey for Minnesota
The 49ers fielded trade inquiries in Jones from the Vikings leading up to Tuesday's deadline, but the quarterback is expected to remain in San Francisco, Dianna Russini of BetUS TV reports.
Keenan Allen
Shipped to San Francisco
The 49ers acquired Allen from the Colts on Tuesday in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick, Tom Pelissero of Netflix reports.
Mike Evans
Not trending toward Week 10 return
Evans (Achilles) isn't expected to be ready to play Sunday at Dallas, though the 49ers will continue to evaluate his status throughout the week, Brooke Evans of the team's official site reports.