Injury Overview
Mike Evans was unable to continue playing after suffering a hamstring injury during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers game against the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night. The incident occurred when Evans landed in the end zone, and he immediately reached for his hamstring.
Durability Concerns
As one of the most durable players in the NFL, Evans had entered the game with an already unstable hamstring condition, which may have exacerbated his injury. Although he managed to walk off the field under his own power, ESPN reports that he struggled to put his shoe on after the injury.
Contributions to the Team
Despite dealing with his hamstring issue, Evans was making significant contributions to the Buccaneers’ offense and even celebrated his 100th career game before the injury occurred. According to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, the Buccaneers do not plan to place Evans on IR, but he is expected to miss the next three games before the team’s bye week.
Upcoming Challenges
Following their matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, the Buccaneers will face the Kansas City Chiefs on “Monday Night Football” and then host the San Francisco 49ers. The absence of Evans during this critical period could pose challenges for the team, especially considering he has played at least 15 games in 9 of his first 10 NFL seasons. Currently, Evans’s streak of 1,000-yard seasons for 10 consecutive years is also at risk due to the potential time he may miss.
