$82-million deal for Bucs' Mike Evans
Mike Evans makes a five-yard touchdown catch against the San Francisco 49ers during their game at Levi's Stadium on October 23, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
TAMPA (FOX 13) - Bucs receiver Mike Evans has a big new contract extension. According to reports, the Buccaneers and Evans have agreed to a five-year, $82.5-million contract extension that includes $55 million guaranteed.
The Pro Bowl receiver had just a year left on his previous deal
Evans’ new payday puts him with the likes of Calvin Johnson and Julio Jones.
It's one of the biggest deals ever for a receiver.