Mike Evans’ name is back in the spotlight - and not just because of what he’s done, but because of what might come next.
After an injury-shortened 2025 season that saw his incredible streak of 11 consecutive 1,000-yard campaigns come to an end, Evans is once again at the center of offseason chatter. A broken collarbone limited the veteran wideout to just eight games, but even in that small sample size, he reminded everyone why he’s still one of the most dangerous receivers in the league. Now, with reports suggesting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could move on from their longtime star, all eyes are on where Evans might land next.
One potential destination? Buffalo.
According to a recent report, the Bills are among the teams being linked to Evans as NFL free agency approaches. And it’s not hard to see the fit.
Josh Allen has been searching for a reliable WR1 ever since Stefon Diggs departed following the 2023 season. While the Bills have managed to stay competitive, the lack of a dominant, go-to target has been noticeable - especially in high-leverage moments.
Evans, even in his early 30s, still has the size, hands, and route-running savvy to tilt coverage and win matchups on the outside. He’s not the kind of player who needs to be schemed open - he just wins.
Evans’ potential departure would mark the end of an era in Tampa Bay. His chemistry with Baker Mayfield gave the Bucs’ offense a puncher's chance in 2025, even as injuries and inconsistency crept in.
When he was on the field, the connection between the two was clear - and still effective. But as the Bucs look toward a possible reset, it makes sense that Evans could be headed elsewhere.
The Ravens have also been floated as a possible landing spot, but the Bills are particularly intriguing. Buffalo has been knocking on the door in the AFC for years.
They’ve got the quarterback. They’ve got the defense.
What they’ve lacked - especially in the postseason - is a reliable perimeter threat who can take over when things break down. Evans fits that mold.
Of course, nothing is set in stone yet. Free agency is still ahead, and Tampa Bay hasn’t officially closed the door on a return.
But if Evans hits the open market, expect teams like Buffalo to be aggressive. He may not be the same player who burst onto the scene as a rookie, but he’s still a matchup nightmare - and for a team on the cusp, that could make all the difference.