# 49ers star Mike Evans out with rib injury

> 49ers star Mike Evans carted off after rib injury in Week 3 game.
- Title: 49ers star Mike Evans out with rib injury · CBS Sports
- Summary: 49ers star Mike Evans carted off after rib injury in Week 3 game. 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans suffered a rib injury during Week 3 game against Cardinals…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/49ers-mike-evans-suffers-injury-vs-cardinals
- Published: 2026-09-27T22:35:00+00:00
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- Topics: mike evans, 49ers, arizona cardinals, nfl, rib injury, week 3, sports
## Mike Evans ruled out
San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Mike Evans was ruled out against the Arizona Cardinals after suffering a rib injury during the second quarter of the Week 3 matchup.
## Evans' injury details
After taking a big hit, he went down holding his rib area and was carted off the field.
## Injury status update
According to the NFL Network, Evans is dealing with a rib strain and will have a full evaluation tomorrow.
## Previous game stats
Before going down, Evans had three receptions for 34 yards.
## Impact on team
The six-time Pro Bowler led the team in receiving yards (103) heading into this game. With Evans out, wide receivers Deebo Samuel and Jordan Watkins will be seeing more action.
## Injury history
Evans was dealing with a hip injury this year and was questionable heading into this Week 3 game. He did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday due to the injury and was limited in practice on Friday.
## Key takeaway

49ers wide receiver Mike Evans suffered a rib injury during Week 3 game against Cardinals, ruling him out for the match.