Bucs WR Mike Evans Plans 13th NFL Season

But his future with the team remains uncertain.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans has announced plans to play in the 2026 NFL season, his 13th in the league. However, his future with the Buccaneers organization is unclear as his current contract is set to expire after the 2025 season.

Why it matters

Evans is one of the most productive and popular players in Buccaneers history, so his potential departure would be a significant loss for the franchise and its fanbase. The team will need to decide whether to re-sign the star receiver or let him test free agency.

The details

Evans, who turns 33 before the 2026 season, has said he intends to play at least one more year in the NFL. However, his current contract with the Buccaneers expires after the 2025 season, leaving his future with the team uncertain. The Buccaneers will need to decide whether to offer Evans a new deal or allow him to potentially sign with another team as a free agent.

  • Mike Evans announced his plans to play in 2026 on February 18, 2026.
  • Evans' current contract with the Buccaneers expires after the 2025 NFL season.

The players

Mike Evans

A wide receiver who has played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers since being drafted by the team in 2014. He is one of the most productive and popular players in Buccaneers history.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The NFL franchise based in Tampa, Florida that Evans has played for his entire professional career so far.

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What’s next

The Buccaneers will need to decide whether to offer Evans a new contract before he becomes a free agent after the 2025 season.

The takeaway

Mike Evans' potential departure from the Buccaneers would be a significant loss for the franchise, as he has been one of their most productive and popular players over the past decade. The team will have to weigh the pros and cons of re-signing the star receiver or allowing him to potentially join another team as a free agent.