Derek Brown· Mar 21, 2026
Brown is all-in on Mike Evans in his new offense, comparing it to Davante Adams' situation last year and arguing the discount on age and injury makes him a bargain.
“I'm not worried about Evans. The cliff has not come.”
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- Sleeper CallsMike EvansMar 21, 2026
Mike Evans to outplay his draft cost (You will get a discount based off of his age, based off the injury history)
“the upside is not going to be priced into Mike Evans. Yes, I'm all in.”
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