San Francisco 49ers receiver Mike Evans ruled out against Cardinals with rib injury

The San Francisco 49ers' injury concerns deepened on Sunday as veteran wide receiver Mike Evans was forced to exit the contest against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half. The team officially ruled the receiver out for the remainder of the game shortly after halftime, citing a rib injury sustained during the opening periods of play.

The incident occurred following a third-down passing attempt from quarterback Brock Purdy. Evans, who had been targeted over the middle of the field, was slow to rise after the incomplete pass. Medical personnel immediately attended to the receiver, who was seen clutching the right side of his sternum. Although he had remained on the field for a few plays following a previous hit to the chest area, he eventually required assistance to reach the sideline. After a brief evaluation in the medical tent, Evans was transported to the locker room via cart.

While the news regarding Evans was definitive, the 49ers received more positive updates concerning other personnel. Cornerback Deommodore Lenoir also left the field during the first half to undergo a concussion evaluation. However, the team confirmed that Lenoir successfully cleared the protocol and was cleared to return to action by the start of the third quarter, providing a boost to the secondary for the remainder of the matchup.