- Chris Evans
- #25
- Team CIN
- Pos RB
- Status IRInjured Reserve
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Moves to IR
Evans (leg) was placed on injured reserve Monday.
Analysis: The move was a formality for Evans after it was already reported he would miss the 2024 campaign due to suffering a torn patellar tendon during a joint practice with the Bears on Thursday. The Michigan product was competing for a spot on Cincinnati's running back depth chart behind Zack Moss and Chase Brown before suffering the injury.
Published: Mon, Aug 19 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Out for season
Evans is out for the season after suffering a torn patellar tendon during the Bengals' joint practice with the Bears on Thursday, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.
Analysis: The running back was carted off the practice field and had his leg placed in an air cast. Evans was competing for a spot on Cincinnati's running back depth chart behind Zack Moss and Chase Brown. The Michigan product carried the ball twice for 12 yards in 2023.
Published: Thu, Aug 15 at 5:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Evans (healthy scratch) is inactive Sunday against the Steelers.
Analysis: With Chase Brown back from IR, Evans is the odd man out in the Bengals' Week 12 backfield. Also in the mix against Pittsburgh Sunday are starter Joe Mixon, as well as Trayveon Williams.
Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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Gets two offensive snaps in Week 11
Evans played two of the Bengals' 64 snaps on offense and went without a carry or target in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Texans.
Analysis: As usual, lead back Joe Mixon dominated the snaps and touches for the Bengals, leaving little opportunity left over for Evans and Trayveon Williams, who combined for one target and no carries. Williams out-snapped Evans by a 14-2 margin Sunday, so he would appear to be next in line for the starting role if Mixon were to miss time at any point.
Published: Wed, Nov 15 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Not involved in loss
Evans failed to record a single snap in Sunday's 27-3 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Evans did not see the field Sunday, as the veteran has fallen down the depth chart behind both Trayveon Williams and Chase Brown. With that said, Joe Mixon remains the only reliable fantasy back in this offense going forward, barring an injury. Evans should remain far of the fantasy radar going forward. The Bengals face the Cardinals in Week 5.
Published: Wed, Oct 4 at 2:43am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive against Rams
Evans is inactive for Monday night's game against the Rams.
Analysis: With Evans the odd man out in the Bengals' Week 3 backfield, Trayveon Williams and Chase Brown are available to handle complementary snaps versus Los Angeles behind top running back Joe Mixon.
Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy ahead of Week 3
Evans (hamstring) is no longer listed on the Bengals' injury report ahead of Monday night's Week 3 game against the Rams, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Evans played just seven offensive snaps in the Week 1 loss and then missed last week's game against the Ravens. He's been no threat to Joe Mixon's workload and might even be behind Trayveon Williams on the depth chart, a context that limits Evans' fantasy utility.
Published: Thu, Sep 21 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out Sunday
Evans (hamstring) is inactive Sunday against the Ravens, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Evans' absence will leave the team without its No. 3 running back and kick returner. In his place, Charlie Jones, who handles punt return duties, will likely also take over on kicks, while running back Chase Brown will make his NFL debut after being selected in the fifth round of the 2023 Draft.
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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Officially questionable for Sunday
Evans (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Baltimore.
Analysis: As expected, Evans will carry an injury designation into Cincinnati's matchup versus the Ravens in Week 2. If he's out, fifth-round rookie Chase Brown would likely be in line to make his NFL debut.
Published: Fri, Sep 15 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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Week 2 status uncertain
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said that Evans (hamstring) was a limited participant at practice Friday, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Taylor added that the team will evaluate Evans -- who didn't practice Thursday -- on Saturday to see where the running back is in terms of his availability for Sunday's game against the Ravens. Evans thus appears likely to be officially listed as questionable when the Bengals release their final Week 2 injury report later Friday.
Published: Fri, Sep 15 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Evans (hamstring) is present for Friday's practice, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Evans didn't practice Thursday due to a hamstring issue, so it will be encouraging if he's even officially listed as a limited participant. He logged three touches Week 1 while splitting depth work behind Joe Mixon with Trayveon Williams.
Published: Fri, Sep 15 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Thursday
Evans (hamstring) wasn't in uniform for Thursday's practice, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Evans was listed as limited Wednesday, so the fact that he didn't suit up for Thursday's session suggests that the running back's status for Sunday's game against the Ravens could be in danger. If Evans ends up being ruled out, Chase Brown, who was a healthy scratch Week 1, would likely be active versus Baltimore to provide depth behind top back Joe Mixon.
Published: Thu, Sep 14 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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Nursing hamstring injury
Evans was a limited participant at practice Wednesday due a hamstring issue.
Analysis: Evans dealt with an undisclosed injury near the end of the preseason, but it's not clear if his current issue is related. The third-year pro played a limited role as Cincinnati's No. 3 running back in the season-opening loss against Cleveland, logging six offensive snaps and finishing with two carries for 12 yards along with one reception for a one-yard loss. However, he didn't appear to be held back by the previous injury as he also served as the team's lead kickoff returner, tallying 45 yards…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 13 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Three touches behind Mixon
Evans rushed twice for 12 yards and caught his only target for minus-1 yard in Sunday's 24-3 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: Joe Mixon led the Bengals in both rushing attempts (13) and targets (five), while Evans shared the leftovers with Trayveon Williams, who had seven yards on two rushing attempts. Samaje Perine carved out a substantial role in passing situations at Mixon's expense last season, but Evans currently looks like more of a true backup following Perine's departure, even if he's marginally ahead of both Williams and rookie fifth-round pick Chase Brown, who was a healthy scratch Sunday. Evans and the…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Present for practice
Evans (undisclosed) was present for Monday's practice, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Evans sat out the Bengals' preseason finale, but now that he's back on the field, the 2021 sixth-rounder will look to secure a change-of-pace role behind top back Joe Mixon. Also in the mix for complementary touches out of the Bengals backfield are rookie Chase Brown and Trayveon Williams (ankle), but if Evans ends up absorbing a good chunk of the team's third-down duties, he could gain fantasy utility in deeper PPR formats.
Published: Mon, Sep 4 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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Likely dealing with injury
Evans didn't practice last week and isn't in uniform for Saturday's preseason finale against Washington, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Recent reports hint at Evans getting most of the third-down snaps, but he's seemingly now suffered an injury to close out the preseason. He'll have two weeks to get healthy before a Week 1 trip to Cleveland, and he may have a role on offense if only because the other reserve RBs failed to step up this summer.
Published: Sat, Aug 26 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be third-down back in 2023
Evans is expected to work as Cincinnati's third-down back in the regular season, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Joe Mixon should pick up where he left off as Cincinnati's primary ball-carrier, but Evans' strong preseason showing as a blocker and pass catcher should allow him to fill the pass-catching role vacated by Samaje Perine's departure. Mixon has struggled in pass protection, so Evans should see a sizable chunk of playing time on third downs and other pass-heavy situations.
Published: Wed, Aug 23 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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Gets first chance in backfield
Evans carried the ball seven times for 15 yards in Friday's 13-13 tie against the Falcons in preseason action. He added two receptions for 20 yards.
Analysis: Evans was the first Bengals running back on the field with Joe Mixon (personal) and Trayveon Williams (ankle) sidelined. He ended up splitting carries with rookie Chase Brown for most of the first half and wasn't particularly impressive rushing the ball. However, Evans continued to make an impact as a pass catcher -- his likeliest role once the regular season begins. It remains to be seen if he can maintain his role in the offense, but for now, he appears to have the upper hand to be Mixon's…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 18 at 8:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays well in preseason start
Evans rushed seven times for 49 yards and didn't catch his only target in Friday's 36-19 preseason loss to the Packers. He also had a 28-yard kickoff return.
Analysis: Evans got the start with Joe Mixon sitting out and made the most of the opportunity, ripping off a 33-yard run on Cincinnati's third possession. After the offseason departure of Samaje Perine, Evans has a chance to win the backup role behind Mixon. The other running backs in contention for the No. 2 spot on the depth chart are rookie Chase Brown (45 yards on 11 touches Friday) and Trayveon Williams, who missed Friday's game due to an ankle injury. Another strong performance in the team's next…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 11 at 8:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Can earn more snaps on offense
Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan recently suggested Evans and Trayveon Williams will have opportunities to earn more snaps this season, Richard Skinner of Local 12 Cincinnati reports.
Analysis: Callahan made his comments after the Bengals took Chase Brown in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, mentioning that Evans has only been used as a passing-game back so far but will have chances to show improvement as a ballcarrier during the preseason. Apart from the incoming fifth-round pick, Cincinnati hasn't added any other backfield depth to help replace Samaje Perine, who signed with the Broncos in free agency. Granted, the team may still add a veteran at some point, especially if…read more
Published: Wed, May 10 at 7:15am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Saturday
Evans (coach's decision) is inactive for Saturday's matchup with the Patriots.
Analysis: With Joe Mixon, Samaje Perine and Trayveon Williams ahead of him on the depth chart and active, Evans will again be a healthy scratch for the Bengals. The 25-year-old has suited up just four times this season and has not suited up since Week 13.
Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Not active against Browns
Evans (coach's decision) is inactive Week 14 against the Browns.
Analysis: Evans has been used as a depth running back option this year, but he typically sees most of his work on special teams. With Joe Mixon returning from a concussion this week, the Bengals will elect to keep Trayveon Williams active as the presumed RB3, with Evans now a healthy scratch.
Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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Game-winning touchdown
Evans caught the game-winning touchdown pass in Sunday's win over the Chiefs on an eight-yard play in the flats in the fourth quarter.
Analysis: That was the only touch for Evans in the game, but he made it count. Even if Joe Mixon (concussion) does not return next week, Evans will play only a small role in the offense.
Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 5:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Zero touches
Evans was held without a carry or catch in Sunday's win over the Titans.
Analysis: More importantly, teammate Trayveon Williams did contribute offensively, with two carries and a catch. Evans also committed a bad penalty on a "pick" play in the first quarter, wiping out a big Tee Higgins catch-and-run.
Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Sunday
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said Evans (knee) is good to go for Sunday's game against the Titans, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Evans will return to the field for the first time since Week 9, with his knee injury keeping him sidelined for the Bengals' last two games. Though he's seen most of his work on special teams this season, Evans could have more of a role on offense in Week 12 while top back Joe Mixon (concussion) is sidelined. Samaje Perine is slated to pick up the start, while Evans could serve as the primary change-of-pace option behind him. The Bengals also have Trayveon Williams on hand for backfield depth,…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as full participant
Evans (knee) was listed as a full participant on Thursday's practice report, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Evans missed last week's win over the Steelers due to a knee injury and was limited at practice Wednesday, but he appears to be back to full health ahead of Sunday's game in Tennessee. Joe Mixon is in the league's concussion protocol, so it's possible Evans will take on a starting role in Week 12.
Published: Thu, Nov 24 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice Wednesday
Evans (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday ahead of Sunday's game at Tennessee, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: With regular starting running back Joe Mixon in concussion protocol, Evans could be in line to serve as Cincinnati's primary backup in Week 12, but he'll need to make it onto the field himself first. Getting onto the practice field Wednesday is a good start, though a full session Thursday or Friday would help to solidify his status ahead of Sunday.
Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 11
Evans (knee) has been ruled inactive ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Evans was considered questionable to play against Pittsburgh after injuring the PCL in his right knee against Carolina in Week 9. While he had some extra time to recover coming off the Bengals' Week 10 bye, he'll ultimately be sidelined until at least the team's next contest against Tennessee on Sunday, Nov. 27. With Evans out, expect Trayveon Williams to serve as Cincinnati's third-string running back while Trent Taylor handles kick-return duties.
Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 12:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Iffy for Sunday
Evans (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Evans sustained a knee injury during Cincinnati's Week 9 win over the Panthers, but he was ultimately given some extra time to recover with the team's Week 10 bye. The 25-year-old practiced in a limited fashion in each of the Bengals' sessions heading into Sunday's contest versus Pittsburgh, but if he's eventually ruled out this weekend, Trent Taylor would be the likely candidate to handle kick returns.
Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Evans (knee) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Evans left the team's Week 9 matchup against Carolina due to a knee injury and was considered week-to-week after being diagnosed with a PCL injury. Cincinnati's Week 10 bye appears to have been beneficial for the second-year return man, but he'll likely have to log at least one full participation over the next two days to be cleared for Sunday's matchup against Pittsburgh.
Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Week-to-week with PCL issue
Evans is considered week-to-week after suffering a PCL injury during Sunday's win over the Panthers, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Evans departed Sunday's matchup versus Carolina with an apparent knee injury, after he logged just one offensive snap and four special-teams opportunities in the contest. If the second-year pro is unable to gain medical clearance before Cincinnati's Week 11 game against Pittsburgh, then Trent Taylor appears next in line to handle kick returns.
Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers injury Sunday
Evans was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Panthers with a right knee injury.
Analysis: Evans appears to have sustained a significant injury at some point during the first half of this contest, though the exact nature of this issue is still unclear. The second-year running back has yet to record a rush in 2022, though he's served as the Bengals' primary kick returner this season. With Evans out, Trent Taylor should be next in line to handle kickoffs for Cincinnati. The running back's next opportunity to play will come Nov. 20 against the Steelers.
Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal role continues
Evans caught one pass for four yards in Sunday's win over the Jets.
Analysis: Evans is still looking for his first carry of the season, and he managed only two offensive snaps in this one. It'll take an injury to either Joe Mixon or Samaje Perine before Evans has a chance at a meaningful offensive role.
Published: Tue, Sep 27 at 12:47am by Rotowire.com
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Relegated to special teams
Evans didn't log a single offensive snap in the Bengals' 23-20 overtime loss to the Steelers on Sunday.
Analysis: All 21 of Evans' snaps came on special teams, an indication that he's clearly behind Samaje Perine (23 offensive snaps) as Joe Mixon's backup.
Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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Struggles in run game continue
Evans rushed five times for 10 yards and caught both of his targets for nine yards in Saturday's 16-7 preseason win over the Rams.
Analysis: Evans started once again with Joe Mixon and Samaje Perine continuing to sit, but the second-year running back struggled once again on the ground. Evans finishes the preseason with just 10 rushing yards on 18 attempts, so his contributions in the regular season will likely be limited to special teams and passing situations on offense.
Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 6:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Stuck in mud in run game
Evans rushed five times for three yards and caught all three of his targets for seven yards in Sunday's 25-22 preseason loss to the Giants. He also had a 73-yard kickoff return.
Analysis: Evans got the start at running back with Joe Mixon and Samaje Perine both taking the night off, but the second-year pro out of Michigan didn't make much of an impact offensively. With a total of zero rushing yards on 13 attempts, Evans isn't making much of a case to supplant Perine as Mixon's primary backup, but Evans' ability to contribute on special teams makes him a lock for the Bengals' roster. Evans showed off his return skills on his lone attempt in this one, setting up a second quarter…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 21 at 7:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Poor effort Friday
Evans carried the ball eight times for minus-three yards and caught his only target for nine yards in Friday's preseason game against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Getting the start in the backfield with both Joe Mixon and Samaje Perine held out, Evans had an absolutely awful showing as a lead back. The second-year player out of Michigan averaged 4.5 yards per carry as a rookie while flashing some receiving skills, but performances like this could make it tough for Evans to even hang onto the No. 3 spot on the depth chart ahead of Trayveon Williams.
Published: Fri, Aug 12 at 8:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Still behind Perine
Evans remains behind Samaje Perine in the battle to be Joe Mixon's backup, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports. Speaking of Perine, Bengals coach Zac Taylor said: "He's certainly got a leg up right now in that battle, but that's what training camp is for. Plenty of times, guys step up and have huge growth. We'll see where it goes."
Analysis: This tracks with how Perine was used ahead of Evans last season. Evans still has pass-catching upside, but he needs to impress the coaching staff more in all phases of the game to be next in line behind Mixon.
Published: Thu, Aug 4 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns kicks
Evans had only one carry for nine yards in Saturday's playoff win over the Raiders, but he also had 103 kick-return yards.
Analysis: Evans showed some of his offensive versatility in Week 18 against the Browns, but with Joe Mixon back in the driver's seat, Evans' biggest impact is on special teams.
Published: Sun, Jan 16 at 10:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Records receiving TD in finale
Evans rushed seven times for 35 yards and brought in four of five targets for 24 yards in the Bengals' 21-16 loss to the Browns on Sunday.
Analysis: The rookie checked in second in carries to Trayveon Williams with Joe Mixon (reserve/COVID-19) unavailable and Samaje Perine active but not logging any touches. Evans was able to record his second NFL touchdown in the same manner -- through the air -- as his first back in Week 6 when he recorded a four-yard scoring grab with 2:26 remaining in the contest. Despite the uptick in activity Sunday, Evans will almost certainly revert back to a healthy scratch or special-teams work when the postseason…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 7:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Barely active
Evans played only two offensive snaps and didn't touch the ball in Sunday's 34-31 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: It was a tight game all along, so the Bengals mostly relied on Joe Mixon with occasional appearances from Samaje Perine. Evans could be a lot more involved in the regular season finale at Cleveland next week.
Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs three snaps
Evans was on the field for only three offensive snaps in the Bengals' romp over the Ravens in Week 16.
Analysis: Joe Mixon's ankle held up just fine, so Evans wasn't really pressed into duty. Unless this week's game against the Chiefs gets out of hand one way or another, it'll take a Mixon injury to get Evans involved in the mix.
Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs six offensive snaps in win
Evans failed to record a single carry in Sunday's 15-10 win over the Broncos.
Analysis: Evans played on just six of the Bengals' 53 offensive snaps Sunday and did not receive a single carry or target while on the field. This was the rookie's first game back after a two-game absence due to an ankle injury. As the team's No. 3 running back, Evans is typically a nonfactor with both Joe Mixon and Samaje Perine healthy. At the end of the game against the Broncos, however, Mixon suffered an ankle injury that doesn't appear to be too serious. In the event that Mixon is forced to miss…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 5:45am by Rotowire.com
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Making return in Week 15
Evans (ankle) practiced fully Friday and doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game in Denver.
Analysis: Evans has been cleared for his first game action since Week 12. He and Samaje Perine are expected to split change-of-pace duties behind Joe Mixon in what's now a fully healthy Bengals backfield.
Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 12:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices as limited participant
Evans (ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: Evans didn't practice last week and missed his second straight game in the Bengals' overtime loss to the 49ers, so his return to practice to begin Week 15 is a good sign for his recovery. The 24-year-old could avoid an injury designation for this weekend's game against the Broncos if he can progress to full participation over the next couple days.
Published: Wed, Dec 15 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Missing second consecutive game
Evans (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game against the 49ers, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Evans will remain sidelined for a second consecutive game due to this injury. Samaje Perine will back up Joe Mixon and could see more work than usual with Mixon listed as questionable due to an illness.
Published: Fri, Dec 10 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice
Evans (ankle) was listed as a non-participant in practice Wednesday, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Evans missed last week's matchup against the Chargers with an ankle injury. The running back has been used sparingly on offense (52 snaps in 11 games) this season, instead contributing a bit more on special teams (94 plays). Trayveon Williams should once again fill in as the Bengals' third option at running back behind Joe Mixon (illness) and Samaje Perine if Evans is unavailable this coming Sunday versus the 49ers.
Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play against Chargers
Evans (ankle) is inactive Week 13 against the Chargers, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Evans has been utilized more on special teams than he has in the backfield throughout the season, so his absence won't have major implications on the offensive game plan. Trayveon Williams was signed to the active roster this week and will likely end up taking on a role similar to Evans.
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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Doubtful for Week 13
Evans (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Bengals team reporter Marisa Contipelli reports.
Analysis: With Evans expected to sit out, Samaje Perine will work as the lone backup to Joe Mixon against the porous Chargers run defense. If Evans can't play Sunday, his next opportunity to take the field would come in Week 14 against the 49ers.
Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't practice Wednesday
Evans (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: It was revealed earlier in the week that Evans will likely be questionable Sunday against the Chargers due to this injury, so his absence isn't surprising. When healthy, the rookie receiving back splits the scraps leftover behind workhorse Joe Mixon with Samaje Perine, so Evans likely won't see enough usage to capitalize on facing the porous Charger run defense.
Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 6:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with ankle problem
Evans is dealing with an ankle injury and should be considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Evans won't have much of a role with Joe Mixon being fully healthy, and the best example of this is the fact that he has racked up just nine carries all season long, tallying 41 yards. This ankle issue hurts his upside even more, though, and if he can't recover in time for Sunday's matchup, Samaje Perine might see a bit more work as Mixon's lone backup.
Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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One catch in win
Evans had one catch for seven yards without any carries in the Week 11 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Even in a game where the Bengals had a lead most of the game, Evans played only 10 offensive snaps. As long as Joe Mixon is fully healthy, as he is now, Evans' role will be minimized.
Published: Tue, Nov 23 at 1:51am by Rotowire.com
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Light role in return
Evans (hamstring) played three of the Bengals' 70 offensive snaps and hauled in his lone target for an 11-yard gain in Sunday's 41-16 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: While he battled a hamstring injury, Evans was limited strictly to special-teams duty Week 7 against the Ravens before the Bengals opted to keep him inactive Week 8 against the Jets. Evans was listed as questionable heading into Sunday's contest, but the coaching staff felt comfortable enough with his health to keep him active and give him a role on offense, albeit a minor one. The rookie sixth-round pick appeared to make a push for more passing-down work in mid-October, but his hamstring…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 8:05am by Rotowire.com
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Available Sunday
Evans (hamstring) is officially active for Sunday's game versus Cleveland, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Evans was considered questionable for Sunday after sitting out last week's loss to the Jets with the hamstring issue, but he's been cleared to take the field. Now that he's healthy, the 24-year-old should see sporadic opportunities as a change-of-pace back behind Joe Mixon and Samaje Perine.
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 9
Evans (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Evans missed last week's game, but coach Zac Taylor sounded optimistic that the rookie sixth-round pick will be able to return for this clash of AFC North rivals, per Hobson. If he suits up, Evans -- who has been limited in practice throughout the week -- will likely return to a change-of-pace backfield role behind top back Joe Mixon that utilizes his pass-catching ability.
Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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Limited to begin Week 9
Evans (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Evans' ability to begin Week 9 on the field in any capacity is a promising sign, but he'll likely need to graduate to full activity by Friday to avoid taking an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Browns. While Evans was sidelined for the Bengals' Week 8 loss to the Jets, Samaje Perine had the No. 2 running-back reps all to himself, but he played only 26 percent of the offensive snaps while Cincinnati leaned more heavily than usual on top option Joe Mixon (76 percent).
Published: Wed, Nov 3 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Out Week 8
Evans (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jets, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Evans was unable to practice this week and will miss his first game of the season due to the hamstring issue. Samaje Perine will continue to work as Cincinnati's secondary backfield option behind starter Joe Mixon.
Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined Friday
Evans (hamstring) didn't practice again Friday, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: As a result, Evans is in line to be ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jets once the Bengals release their final Week 8 injury report, per Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer. Though active in Week 7, Evans didn't log any snaps on offense, while Samaje Perine worked in tandem with top back Joe Mixon.
Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 9:28am by Rotowire.com
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Unable to practice Thursday
Evans (hamstring) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Evans played exclusively on special teams in Week 7 due to his hamstring injury, and he's been held out of practice for two consecutive days. If he hopes to suit up Sunday against the Jets, he'll presumably have to practice in some capacity Friday.
Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out practice
Evans (hamstring) won't participate in Wednesday's practice, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Evans' absence from the Bengals' first Week 8 practice comes after he was limited exclusively to a special-teams role in Sunday's 41-17 win over the Ravens. Head coach Zac Taylor said Monday that Evans is considered day-to-day with the lingering hamstring injury, so the rookie should be in good position to suit up this weekend against the Jets if he's able to return to practice in some fashion Thursday and/or Friday.
Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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Labeled day-to-day
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said Evans (hamstring) is viewed as day-to-day heading into Sunday's game against the Jets, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Though Evans didn't take an injury designation into the Bengals' win over the Ravens this past weekend, Taylor said the rookie running back was limited to a special-teams role because his hamstring was still bothering him. Fortunately for Cincinnati, Samaje Perine was back after a one-game absence due to a positive COVID-19 test, and he was able to reclaim duties as the top backup to Joe Mixon. Evans probably amounts to an upgrade over Perine on passing downs, so the former could recapture a…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Sunday
Evans (hamstring) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Ravens after practicing fully Friday.
Analysis: While Samaje Perine was on the reserve/COVID-19 list in Week 6, Evans saw increased reps and logged four carries for 18 yards and caught all three targets for 49 yards and a touchdown in the Bengals' win over the Lions. Now that Perine is back in the team's backfield mix, it's unclear how the Bengals plan to divide the change-of-pace work behind top back Joe Mixon will be divided Sunday. Per Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site, head coach Zac Taylor noted that the team doesn't…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited in practice
Evans (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Evans' reps were capped for the second straight day while he continues to tend to a hamstring injury in the aftermath of setting season highs in offensive snaps (16) and touches (seven) in last week's win over the Lions. He served as the Bengals' No. 2 back for that contest behind Joe Mixon, but if available Sunday against the Ravens, Evans could drop to third on the depth chart. After sitting out against the Lions, Samaje Perine (illness) was reinstated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Tending to hamstring injury
Evans was listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a hamstring injury, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: According to Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer, Evans was spotted taking part in agility drills off to the side during the open portion of Wednesday's practice, but he apparently joined his healthy teammates on the field for at least part of the session to garner a "limited" tag. The rookie sixth-round pick is a bit banged up after he was pressed into his largest role of the season in the Week 6 win in Detroit while No. 2 back Samaje Perine (illness) was sidelined. Evans, who carried…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores first NFL touchdown
Evans rushed four times for 18 yards and brought in all three targets for 49 yards and a touchdown in the Bengals' 34-11 win over the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: The rookie saw extended opportunity with Samaje Perine sidelined for Week 6 due to his residency on the reserve/COVID-19 list, and he made good use of his seven touches. The highlight of Evans' afternoon was his 24-yard scoring grab down the left sideline in the first quarter, which served as both the Bengals' first points and the 24-year-old's first career touchdown. Evans' four carries were also the first of his career, and perhaps Sunday's encouraging effort will allow him to carve out a…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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May be No. 2 RB in Week 6
Evans may serve as the Bengals' No. 2 running back behind Joe Mixon (ankle) on Sunday at Detroit if Samaje Perine (illness) isn't activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list by 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: The Bengals placed Perine on the COVID list Tuesday after he tested positive for the virus. Meanwhile, Mixon continued to have his practice reps capped due to a Week 4 ankle sprain. There's an expectation Mixon will be back to his normal self Sunday, which has equated to 19.7 touches per game in his 46 career starts. Still, Evans, a 2021 sixth-round pick, likely will get on the field as he seeks his first carry as a pro (he already has five catches for 55 yards on 16 offensive snaps).
Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches two passes in loss
Evans secured both of his targets for 15 yards and played seven of the Bengals' 67 offensive snaps Sunday in the team's 25-22 overtime loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Even with Joe Mixon limited by an ankle injury Sunday, Evans wasn't much of a factor in the offensive game plan, as top backup Samaje Perine (40 snaps, 11 carries, four receptions) was instead the primary replacement when Mixon was off the field. Mixon could be ready to handle a more sizable workload Week 7 in Detroit, but Evans may end up seeing his role expand after Perine was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday upon testing positive for the virus. Perine will face an uphill battle to…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 2:27am by Rotowire.com
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No action in Week 4
Evans saw only two offensive snaps in the Week 4 win over Jacksonville without garnering a target or carry.
Analysis: With Joe Mixon's (ankle) status for Week 5 up in the air, Evans might see the field more often, particularly on passing downs.
Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in win
Evans had two catches for 26 yards in Sunday's win over the Steelers.
Analysis: Should the Bengals get into a situation where they need to throw more frequently, Evans could see a small uptick in snaps, but he's clearly the third option to earn any carries.
Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 4:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches one pass in loss
Evans caught his only target for 14 yards and failed to record a single rushing attempt in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: Evans played on only two of Cincinnati's 55 offensive snaps in the contest. The rookie running back is third on the depth chart and has been an afterthought in the offensive game plan through two weeks. With starter Joe Mixon handling all three downs, Evans may not find many opportunities to utilize his pass-catching skills this season.
Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 10:18pm by Rotowire.com
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No offensive snaps Week 1
Evans didn't record an offensive snap during Sunday's 27-24 win over the Vikings.
Analysis: Evans earned a roster spot by beating out Trayveon Williams for the third running back job, but after Week 1, it is clear that he won't be part of the offensive plan, unless Joe Mixon or Samaje Perine are sidelined. The Bengals' run game totaled 34 rushes for 149 yards with Mixon playing 78 percent of the snaps against the Vikings.
Published: Wed, Sep 15 at 8:14am by Rotowire.com
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Makes Bengals' roster
Evans beat out Trayveon Williams for the third running back job on the Bengals' season-opening roster.
Analysis: Beginning at rookie minicamps this summer, Evans impressed the team with his pass-catching skills and general athletic ability. He's old for a rookie, turning 24 in October, but he has some third-down upside and could expand his role in the offense if Joe Mixon were to get hurt.
Published: Fri, Sep 3 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Notches receiving TD in loss
Evans rushed three times for 10 yards and brought in one of two targets for a 29-yard touchdown in the Bengals' 29-26 preseason loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.
Analysis: The rookie sixth-round pick continued to flash his receiving prowess with the touchdown catch, which came early in the second quarter in connection with backup quarterback Brandon Allen. Evans has made an impression with his pass-catching skills in particular this summer despite recording a modest 49 total receptions in 42 college games at Michigan, and Sunday's score may have at least sealed him the No. 4 running back job.
Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 5:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores TD in preseason opener
Evans carried the ball 12 times for 25 yards and a touchdown while catching all four of his targets for 33 yards in Saturday's preseason win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: A sixth-round pick in the 2021 draft, Evans is competing for the passing-down role vacated by Giovani Bernard, and the rookie made a good impression in his first game action for the Bengals. Evans was the third running back into the game for Cincinnati after Joe Mixon and Samaje Perine, an indication that Evans is perhaps in the lead for that No. 3 spot on the depth chart.
Published: Sun, Aug 15 at 5:27am by Rotowire.com
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Showing good hands in camp
Evans continues to display good hands and route-running in training camp, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Evans could be involved in obvious passing situations if the Bengals want to give Joe Mixon a few snaps off here and there. It's worth noting that Evans was described as the token bright spot in an otherwise lousy day for the Bengals' offense during camp.
Published: Wed, Aug 4 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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Shows pass-catching potential
Evans displayed "sure hands and smooth route running" during the Bengals' OTAs and minicamp, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Though Joe Mixon remains the Bengals' clear-cut top back and Samaje Perine is on hand to spell him in early down situations, Evans' pass-catching skills could lead to a role in the team's offense following the offseason departure of Giovani Bernard. In order to cement a spot in the team's backfield pecking order, however, Evans -- a rookie sixth-round pick -- will need to continue to impress in training camp, where he'll compete for slotting with Perine, Trayveon Williams, Jacques Patrick and…read more
Published: Wed, Jun 23 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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