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Mike Evans injury update: WR avoids long-term injury, but how will 49ers fare if he misses time?

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans exited Monday Night Football’s Week 6 win over the Washington Commanders with a flare-up of Achilles tendinitis, leaving the offense without its top target for the final two quarters. The 49ers managed a narrow 23–17 victory despite scoring just three points after halftime, underscoring Evans’ impact even in limited time.

Coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Evans did not undergo further testing and expects him to recover in time for the following week’s road game against the Atlanta Falcons, though Shanahan acknowledged the risk of further setbacks. Evans had already dealt with the condition throughout the week and was seen stretching his Achilles during the game before the flare-up forced his exit mid-second quarter.

The undefeated 49ers will next face the Falcons in Week 7 before entering their bye week, with Shanahan stressing the need for other receivers to step up if Evans remains sidelined beyond the bye.

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