Buccaneers Suffer Setback: Mike Evans Injured in Loss to Lions
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Suffer Setback Against Detroit Lions, Lose Star Receiver Mike Evans
Detroit, MI — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are grappling with a tough loss after falling to the Detroit Lions, 24-9, on Monday night. The defeat marks the Buccaneers’ second loss of the 2025 season, leaving fans and players alike reeling from the disappointing performance.
The night took a turn for the worse when star wide receiver Mike Evans was injured in the second quarter while attempting to catch a deep pass from quarterback Baker Mayfield. A collision with Lions cornerback Rock Ya-Sin sent Evans crashing to the turf, raising immediate concerns about his condition. After a few tense moments on the field, Evans was helped off and later carted to the locker room.
Head coach Todd Bowles confirmed post-game that Evans suffered a broken clavicle along with a concussion, an injury that is expected to sideline the veteran receiver for most of the season. This news is particularly disheartening for the Buccaneers, as Evans was already recovering from a hamstring strain that had kept him out of the previous three games.
“Losing Mike is a significant blow for our team,” Bowles stated. “He’s a key player, and we’ll need to rally together in his absence.”
Evans, who has been a cornerstone of the Buccaneers’ offense since being drafted in 2014, was aiming to extend his remarkable streak of 1,000+ receiving yards in consecutive seasons—a record he shares with the legendary Jerry Rice. However, with his current injury, that goal is now in jeopardy. In just three games this season, Evans has recorded 14 receptions for 140 yards and one touchdown, marking the lowest averages of his career.
The Buccaneers are already facing challenges with multiple starters sidelined, including running back Bucky Irving and wide receiver Chris Godwin. The mounting injuries have left the team scrambling for solutions as they prepare for the upcoming weeks.
As the Buccaneers look to regroup, they will need to find a way to fill the void left by Evans. Fans are left hoping for a swift recovery for their star receiver, while the team must focus on overcoming adversity in the weeks ahead.
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