In a stunning display of talent and consistency, Mike Evans of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers has solidified his place in NFL history as an all-time great. The Pro Bowl wide receiver has achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the first player in league history to record 10 consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons to kick off his career. But his impressive resume doesn’t stop there.
During Thursday night’s game against the Atlanta Falcons, Evans added even more milestones to his already impressive career. He caught two first-half touchdowns, bringing his total career touchdowns to a whopping 100. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that 99 of those touchdowns were from catches, with just one coming via a fumble recovery.
With his 100 career touchdowns, Evans now finds himself tied for the 23rd spot on the all-time list, shoulder to shoulder with legendary names such as Frank Gore, Franco Harris, and Curtis Martin – both of whom are enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The Tampa Bay receiver surpassed Derrick Henry of the Baltimore Ravens, who has 99 touchdowns to his name, putting himself ahead of other notable players like Davante Adams of the Las Vegas Raiders and Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson of the Los Angeles Rams, both with 96 touchdowns.
At 31 years old, Evans shows no signs of slowing down. He currently leads the NFL in touchdown catches for the 2024 season with five, setting himself up for another spectacular year. In 2023, Evans matched his career-high with 13 touchdown catches and is now eyeing his 11th consecutive 1,000-yard season as the top target for the Buccaneers’ passing attack.
With each touchdown, Evans cements his place among the greats of the game, leaving a lasting legacy that will be remembered for years to come. Buccaneers fans and football enthusiasts alike can only marvel at the talent and consistency that Evans brings to the field each and every game. Watch out NFL, because Mike Evans is just getting started.
