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George Kittle on Tight End Respect, Mike Evans on the 49ers, F*ck Dallas Shirt & TEU Recap | EP 197
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Mike Evans Joins the 49ers, Harry Potter Trivia & International Travel
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The segment opens with a flattering scouting report from Kittle on Mike Evans at his first 49ers OTA red zone period — approximately five touchdowns and the kind of subtle route-setting to create open looks that only veterans understand. [1] — George Kittle "In his first red zone period at 49ers OTAs, Mike Evans scored roughly five touchdowns. Kittle calls him the most savvy veteran wide receive…" 15:34 Kittle notes this is the most experienced wide receiver the team has had since Emmanuel Sanders in 2019. He adds a delightful detail: Evans is a hardcore Harry Potter reader who has read every book multiple times and will quiz teammates on potions masters and spell lore without warning. From there, the trio debates the 49ers' brutal international schedule: an estimated 40,000 travel miles, including a 15-hour flight. All three agree going out to the destination a week early beats arriving the day before — better for circadian rhythms, team bonding, and frankly just enjoying the trip.
In his first red zone period at 49ers OTAs, Mike Evans scored roughly five touchdowns. Kittle calls him the most savvy veteran wide receiver the team has had since Emmanuel Sanders in 2019. Also: he's a hardcore Harry Potter trivia addict.
In his first red zone period at 49ers OTAs, Mike Evans scored an estimated 5 touchdowns, immediately impressing his new teammates.
The 49ers are projected to travel approximately 40,000 miles for their international game schedule this season.
