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Mike Evans Carted Off with Injury, Latest Updates on 49ers WR After Exiting vs. Cardinals

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans was carted off the field and ruled out with a rib injury during Sunday's Week 3 matchup against the Cardinals.

By · Published September 27, 2026  22:28 UTC · Updated October 1, 2026  08:28 UTC

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The team is collecting information on the severity of the injury, and a timeline for his return has not been established. Further updates on Evans' status are expected in the coming days.

Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans was carted off the field and ruled out with a rib injury during Sunday's Week 3 matchup against the Cardinals.
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A mounting list of player injuries set the backdrop for the San Francisco 49ers as the team entered its Week 3 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. Despite the growing physical toll across the active roster, veteran wide receiver Mike Evans was reportedly cleared and scheduled to suit up for the game, as outlined in pregame coverage by SFGATE.

The veteran receiver's participation ended abruptly before halftime. Both NBC Sports and Bleacher Report noted his mid-quarter departure as a significant setback for the 49ers against Arizona.

Shortly after the cart transported him into the locker room, the 49ers officially closed the door on a possible return, ruling Evans out for the remainder of the Week 3 contest. The organization has yet to release diagnostic evaluations, recovery timelines, or clarity regarding his playing status beyond Sunday's divisional game.

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What injury did Mike Evans suffer against the Cardinals?

The 49ers ruled Evans out of the game after he sustained a rib injury, according to ESPN.

When did Mike Evans exit the game?

NBC Sports reported that Evans was carted off the field during the second quarter of the Week 3 contest.

Was Mike Evans expected to play in Week 3?

Yes. Prior to kickoff, SFGATE reported that Evans was set to play against Arizona despite mounting injuries across the 49ers' roster.

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