Mike Evans scored his first touchdown for the 49ers, catching a 2-yard pass from Brock Purdy during the team’s first drive of the second half, extending their lead to 17-7. He recorded six catches for 49 yards, with five receptions on third down. The touchdown drive was aided by Deebo Samuel’s 45-yard kickoff return. The 49ers also ruled out tight end Jake Tonges due to a knee injury and rookie wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling with an ankle injury.
