Kyle Shanahan: Mike Evans is getting better, we're trying to make sure he fully heals

Published November 14, 2026 08:53 AM The 49ers have ruled out wide receiver Mike Evans for Sunday’s game in Dallas, but head coach Kyle Shanahan says Evans is getting healthy enough to play.Evans is dealing with Achilles tendinitis and Shanahan said that while Evans’ recovery is progressing and he could probably play if he had to, the 49ers want to prioritize his long-term health and not the short-term benefit of having him on the field on Sunday.“It’s been going well. I’m sure if this was the last game or something he’d be able to go out there, but we’re just trying to make sure it fully heals so it doesn’t act up again. But it’s going in the right direction,” Shanahan said.Although Evans won’t play this week, Shanahan said Evans could be good to go for next week’s game, Sunday night against the Vikings in Mexico City.“There’s a chance for next week, but not sure yet,” Shanahan said.The 33-year-old Evans was off to an outstanding start this season, and he’s the 49ers’ team leader with an average of 70 receiving yards per game. The 49ers want to get that production back, but the top priority is having Evans produce in the playoffs.