Mike Evans Joins 49ers, Switches to Jersey Number Five

0:00On April 21st, Mike Evans is switching things up with the San Francisco 49ers, grabbing Jersey number 5 for the first time in his college, and pro career. After rocking number 13 for years, he's making the change now that he's joined the team as their new receiver. Number 13 was off the table anyway, since quarterback Brock Purdy has worn it and isn't giving it up easy. Evans didn't even ask for it, but Purdy joked that if he had, it would have come with a huge price tag. Purdy is hyped about teaming up with Evans, calling it an honor after the guys 12-year run with the Buccaneers. Evans has been a steady 1,000 yard receiver, linking up with stars like Tom Brady and Baker Mayfield along the way. Now Evans steps in as Purdy's main target, alongside receivers Ricky Pearceau and Christian Kirk running back Christian McCaffrey and Tide Ends. Like George Kiddell once, he recovers from his Achilles injury. Purdy sees Evans boosting his aggressive plays and route running game. With this loaded offense, the 49ers look primed to light it up, and Evans wearing 5 is just

1:02the fresh start they needed heading into the season. I'm Corey with the story, that's your NFL News Today update, AI powered and always on.