Evans looked as though he was going to make the catch on the deep throw from Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, but as he came down, Evans slammed into the ground hard and the ball was knocked loose. The receiver appeared to be in immediate distress and was tended to by the Bucs medical staff.

Mike Evans is set to miss an extended period of time, putting his 1,000-yard season streak in jeopardy. Here's the timeline for Evans' return.

The Bucs officially welcome back wide receivers Mike Evans and Emeka Egbuka. Both are active for Monday Night Football against the Lions. Evans has missed the past three games with a hamstring injury.

Tampa Bay Bucs star WR Mike Evans was knocked unconscious after a tackle following a missed catch against the Lions.

Tampa Bay's offense will be without a major piece for the foreseeable future after losing Mike Evans to injury on Monday Night Football.

There’s hope that Evans can play in the Buccaneers’ matchup against the Lions. Mayfield reacted to Evans practicing and possibly returning to games, saying, “It’s a good safety blanket,” per Tampa Bay Times reporter Rick Stroud.

Baker Mayfield's elite form and Mike Evans' potential return give Buccaneers the X-factors needed to upset Lions on Monday Night Football.