Wide receiver Mike Evans is leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after 12 seasons with the franchise, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The veteran pass-catcher, who has spent his entire professional career in Tampa Bay, will move on from the team that drafted him over a decade ago.
Evans holds a unique place in franchise history as the first-ever draft pick made by Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht. Licht selected Evans out of Texas A&M with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. Since that selection, Evans has been the focal point of the Buccaneers' aerial attack and a consistent producer for the organization.
During his 12-year tenure, Evans became the franchise's all-time leader in several receiving categories and played a pivotal role in the team's victory in Super Bowl LV. His departure marks the end of an era for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense as they look to navigate the upcoming season without their longtime star receiver.
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