Mike Evans Weighs NFL Free Agency Offers

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. Mike Evans is set to hit the NFL free agency market when the window opens on Monday, March 9. The star-wide receiver plans to talk with other teams, but he and his agent will give the Tampa Bay Buccaneers first crack at countering any offers. Before he signs anywhere else, the Bucks remain deeply involved in keeping their long-time star. Evans has spent his entire career with Tampa Bay since they drafted him in 2014. Two years ago, they locked him up with a new deal right before he could test free agency, proving just how key he is to the team. This time around though, he wants to see what else is out there. Fans and insiders see the Bucks going all out to retain him, but salary cap limits could force tough choices. Last season, injuries like a hamstring issue and broken collarbone kept him to just eight teams, yet he is still viewed as one of the league's top, physical receivers at age 31.

1:03Cleveland Browns have surfaced as a strong potential suitor, mainly because of Evans' old connection with their offensive coordinator Todd Munkin. The two teamed up from 2016 to 2018 in Tampa Bay, where Evans had some of his best years and made his first two probals. His market value could top $22 million a year, maybe even pushing 40 million for top guys. If no one blows the Bucks out of the water financially, expect Tampa Bay to match and keep him, but a big bid elsewhere might change everything. The Daily News Now is made possible with support from our sponsor. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Lay back and listen, solypillow.com