Todd Bowles Hints at Mike Evans’ Possible Return to Practice This Week
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are on the mend and could see the return of star wide receiver Mike Evans to practice soon. During his Monday press conference, head coach Todd Bowles hinted at the possibility of opening Evans’ 21-day practice window this week. Evans has been on injured reserve since October 22 due to a broken clavicle sustained during the Buccaneers’ Week 7 defeat against the Detroit Lions.
Mike Evans’ Injury Update
This season marks a potential turning point for Evans, now in his 12th year with the team. Prior to his injury, he had recorded 14 receptions for 140 yards. If he remains sidelined, this will be the first season in his career without surpassing 1,000 receiving yards.
Team Performance Amidst Injuries
- The Buccaneers are grappling with multiple injuries throughout their offense.
- Currently, they rank 17th in the league for points scored.
- They sit at 21st in total yards gained.
In addition to Evans, Bowles mentioned that second-year wide receiver Jalen McMillan may also return to practice this week. McMillan has been recovering from a neck injury.
Upcoming Challenges
After snapping a three-game losing streak with a recent victory over the Arizona Cardinals, the Buccaneers are set to face the New Orleans Saints in Week 14. The return of Evans and McMillan could significantly impact the team’s performance as they aim to improve their standings.
