FS1 analyst roasts 49ers over $60 million free agency signing

When news filtered through that the San Francisco 49ers signed Mike Evans from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, for most, the move was great.

The 49ers got a veteran, dependable weapon for Brock Purdy, and it also eases the workload on the run game and Christian McCaffrey as well.

With $16.3 guaranteed per Ari Meirov, some think this is a one-year deal, so Evans might not be in the NFC West for another three years.

Still, it is seen as a good signing for the 49ers, but apparently, it isn't a good one, according to FS1's Colin Cowherd.

"The 49ers truly believe age is just a number," Cowherd said via Fox Sports." "Last year, when Seattle and San Francisco played for the final time, the Niners were the oldest team and the Seahawks were the fifth-youngest team. Seattle blew their doors off. So, in a division with a very athletic, young on defense Rams, and the very young Seahawks everywhere, I don't necessarily love adding a 30-year-old receiver who was banged up this past year.

"San Francisco's got some players that are older than the trolley cars in the city. Guys, you gotta get younger." 

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49ers add value with Evans signing

Cowherd is right, the 49ers do need to get younger. 

But it is clear the franchise isn't going to spend $20+ million per season on one player.

So, Evans on $16 million is seen as a good piece of business, and with his veteran presence and ability to win downfield routes, could prove decisive for the 49ers.

But this is hardly a move for the future. 

It is a win-now move for San Francisco as the franchise has gotten close several times without getting over the hump and winning a Super Bowl.

Will the move for Evans be enough? The 49ers sure hope so.

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