Lions Urged to Make ‘Splash’ Signing League’s Top-Scoring WR

With rookie tight end Sam LaPorta and dynamic receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, the Detroit Lions’ passing attack was among the best in

the league in 2023, and their offense nearly reached its first-ever Super Bowl participation.

Though the Lions could face some financial constraints this offseason, one insider advised them to “make a serious splash” by adding

one of the most reliable receivers in the NFL — Tampa Bay Buccaneers pass-catcher Mike Evans. Christian Booher of SI.com named

noting that he would be expensive but well worth the price.

Mike Evans Would Fit Detroit’s Offense

Evans has been “exceptional” throughout his career, according to Booher, having surpassed 1,000 yards in each of his ten seasons

since the Buccaneers selected him in the 2014 draft. After a season in which he

caught 79 passes for 1,255 yards and a league-high 14 touchdowns, Evans is now free to play.

According to Booher, pairing Evans with St. Brown may offer the Lions a significant offensive

edge and pose a real challenge to opposition defenses.

Booher noted, “As an outside vertical threat, he fits the Lions offense perfectly, which would compliment All-Pro slot receiver Amon-

Ra St. Brown.” “Evans can use his size to overwhelm opposing corners down the field, and his production speaks for itself.”

Evans has stated that he wants to go back to Tampa, but Booher pointed out that the contract talks have not gone forward and that

Evans is now “certain” to become a free agency.

“However, the current projected contract for him lands around $23 million annually,

which would be a steep price for the Lions to pay,” Booher wrote.

Booher added that if the Lions balk at the expected salary for Evans, Buffalo Bills receiver Gabe

Davis could be a more affordable target.

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