Mike Evans, now in his first season with the San Francisco 49ers after 12 years in Tampa Bay, has posted 17 receptions for 213 yards and 2 touchdowns through four games while operating as the clear focal point in Brock Purdy’s passing attack. A depleted 49ers receiving room—highlighted by Ricky Pearsall’s season-ending knee injury and other absences—has funneled targets his way, including strong red-zone involvement, even as he manages a rib/oblique strain and earlier hip issue. The 33-year-old continues to practice and play through pain, leveraging his size and route-running in Kyle Shanahan’s scheme, though the return of George Kittle and a demanding schedule could influence his volume and touchdown opportunities over the remaining 13 regular-season games.