49ers’ Keenan Allen trade makes more sense after latest Mike Evans injury update

The 49ers’ recent trade for veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen gains relevance as star Mike Evans remains sidelined with a week‑to‑week Achilles injury. Coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Evans’ status is uncertain after his Week 6 injury, while San Francisco had also considered a Broncos star before finalizing the Allen deal. Keenan Allen publicly dismissed any lingering beef with Evans, easing tension within the receiving corps.