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Should the Rams have made a bigger push for Mike Evans in 2026 offseason?

The Los Angeles Rams’ aggressive offseason moves—including re-signing Aaron Donald and adding Trent McDuffie, Jaylen Watson, and Myles Garrett—have drawn scrutiny after the San Francisco 49ers’ acquisition of Mike Evans reshaped the NFC West. Evans, a 33-year-old veteran, has been a standout for the 49ers this season, delivering 24 catches, over 300 receiving yards, and three touchdowns in five wins, outperforming expectations on a three-year, $42 million deal.

Meanwhile, Watson, signed by the Rams to a three-year, $51 million contract, has struggled with consistency, missing Week 4 and failing to match Evans’ immediate impact. With the Rams already retaining Davante Adams and Puka Nacua, the decision to prioritize defensive upgrades over adding Evans now appears questionable, especially as the 49ers’ offense thrives with the veteran receiver in the fold.

The Rams’ 2-2 start since their offseason additions contrasts sharply with the 49ers’ 5-0 record, raising questions about whether Evans could have been a more valuable asset than Watson in a divisional battle for playoff positioning.

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