Mike Evans Linked to Buccaneers' Future Amid Retirement Talks

Buccaneers aim for Mike Evans' legacy, while NFC teams make strategic moves with key players and draft prospects.

Buccaneers

The Buccaneers' General Manager, Jason Licht, made it clear that the team is eager to see wide receiver Mike Evans continue his career in Tampa Bay. Evans, with his impressive track record and deep connection to the community, has certainly earned the admiration of the franchise.

Licht emphasized the profound impact Evans has had, stating, "He’s earned the right with his resume and as a person. We’d love to have Mike back.

We’ll just see how the process goes." It's evident that both the team and fans would welcome Evans' return with open arms.

Falcons

Former Falcons GM Terry Fontenot weighed in on the potential release of quarterback Kirk Cousins following his departure from the team. Fontenot acknowledged the tough decisions Atlanta faces but expressed confidence in Cousins' ability to contribute elsewhere.

"Atlanta has to make the right decisions for their team moving forward, which they did in this case. I believe Kirk can be an asset for another team," he remarked, highlighting the respect Cousins earned during challenging times.

Panthers

The Panthers are still deliberating on whether to extend quarterback Bryce Young's contract this off-season. GM Dan Morgan, alongside Brandt Tilis and Coach Dave Canales, is carefully considering the strategy moving forward.

Morgan shared, "We’re still talking through, strategy-wise. But I really don’t have anything on that right now."

The decision remains a significant one for the Panthers as they plan their future.

Saints

The Saints have been busy during the Combine, meeting with several promising prospects. LSU linebacker Harold Perkins, Oklahoma defensive end R Mason Thomas, Texas A&M defensive tackle Tyler Onyedim, and Miami defensive end Rueben Bain all had formal interviews with the team. These meetings indicate the Saints are thoroughly evaluating talent as they look to bolster their roster for the upcoming season.