Luke Kuechly: Mike Evans Chooses 49ers for Wins, Not Paycheck

0:00It's March 28th, NFL news today starts now, AI-powered and game ready. Former Panthers linebacker Luke Coechley says Mike Evans picked the San Francisco 49ers because he's chasing wins, not the biggest paycheck. The team locked him up fast with a 3-year deal worth $42.5 million, but only $16.3 million guaranteed. That's a smart move for the Niners, filling a key spot at why receiver on the cheap. Evans brings Super Bowl hardware and a resume that screams Hall of Fame, including 11 straight 1,000 yard seasons, right up there with Jerry, Rice. Coechley, chatting with NBC Sports, praised Evans as a total pro with a great family who lives for football. He called him smart, veteran tough, and just a solid guy ready to contribute right away. Evans should slide perfectly into Kyle Shanahan's offense, adding a fresh edge that plays to his strengths. Pair him with brought party throwing to George Kiddell and Christian McCaffrey, and if they all stay healthy, defense his face nightmares starting 20, 26.

1:08The Niners landed a winner who's all about that ring, boosting their attack in ways that could dominate the league.