Overview
- At the NFL meetings in Phoenix, Kyle Shanahan called Mike Evans a Hall of Famer and said Evans chose San Francisco for the football fit.
- General manager John Lynch praised the arrivals of Evans and Christian Kirk, saying the team now has “two grown men” in the receiver room.
- Houston coach DeMeco Ryans endorsed Kirk as a locker‑room leader who can stretch the field, noting his 10 catches for 164 yards and two touchdowns in the Texans’ two playoff games.
- The 49ers reshaped their depth chart after exits that include Kendrick Bourne and Skyy Moore, with reports also pointing to Jauan Jennings’ departure and an expected Brandon Aiyuk move.
- Shanahan said he targeted veterans who compete, block, and handle big moments, viewing Evans as a reliable outside target and Kirk as a versatile slot threat for Brock Purdy.