Akayleb Evans - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Picked up by Carolina The Panthers claimed Evans off waivers Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact The third-year corner from Missouri was waived by the Vikings on Saturday after playing almost strictly on special teams (just three defensive snaps in seven games) this season, but he's already found a new home in Carolina. Evans played 832 defensive snaps across 15 regular-season games with the Vikings in 2023, recording 65 total tackles and seven passes defended, including one interception. He's now expected to serve as a depth piece in the Panthers' secondary.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings waive former starting cornerback Akayleb Evans in another blow to 2022 draft class

The Minnesota Vikings have waived cornerback Akayleb Evans in another setback for their beleaguered 2022 draft class

NOVEMBER 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Report: Vikings waive cornerback Akayleb Evans Another member of the 2022 draft class is reportedly leaving Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 23 • KANSASCITY.COM

Report: Vikings waive cornerback Akayleb Evans Another member of the 2022 draft class is reportedly leaving Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 23 • SACBEE.COM

Report: Vikings waive cornerback Akayleb Evans Another member of the 2022 draft class is reportedly leaving Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 23 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Cut by Vikings Minnesota is waiving Evans on Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Evans was a fourth-round selection by the Vikings in the 2022 NFL Draft and started all 15 regular-season games in which he played last season. However, he's been used almost exclusively on special teams this year, logging only three defensive snaps over seven contests. Undrafted rookie Dwight McGlothern, who has yet to play this season while consistently being a healthy scratch on gameday, could start to see some work with Evans now out of the mix.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Thursday Evans (hip) was a full practice participant Thursday.

Impact Evans has missed the Vikings' last three games due to a hip issue, but his ability to practice in full Thursday indicates he should be able to return against the Jaguars on Sunday. Evans has mostly played on special teams and has registered two tackles (one solo) across six regular-season games.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Sunday night Evans (hip) is inactive for Sunday Night Football against the Colts.

Impact The depth cornerback missed the Vikings' last two games with the hip issue but participated fully in practice Wednesday. Fabian Moreau and Josh Metellus are now Minnesota's only available backup corners for Sunday night's game.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Sunday night Evans (hip) is inactive for Sunday Night Football against the Colts.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Past hip issue Evans (hip) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Evans had missed Minnesota's last two games due to a hip injury; however, Wednesday's full practice suggests he's moved past the issue. Expect the third-year cornerback to continue serving as a depth piece in the Vikings' secondary as the season progresses.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Rams Evans (hip) is inactive for Thursday night's game against the Rams.

Impact Evans was unable to play against the Lions in Week 7, and he'll be sidelined for a second straight game due to a hip injury. His next chance at playing will be Week 9 against the Colts on Nov. 3. Evans has played mostly on special teams this year and has accrued two tackles (one solo) across five regular-season contests.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Evans (hip) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Rams.

Impact Evans has been limited in practice this week after missing the Vikings' Week 7 loss to the Lions. The third-year pro has been pretty much limited to special teams work so far this season, so his potential absence in Week 8 wouldn't impact Minnesota's defense in any way unless further injuries occur.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Tuesday Evans (hip) was listed as a limited practice participant on the Vikings' injury report Tuesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Evans was unable to play against the Lions on Sunday due to a hip injury. The 2022 fourth-round pick will have one more chance Wednesday to avoid an injury designation heading into Thursday night's game against the Rams. Evans has primarily served on special teams this year and has accrued two tackles (one solo) across five regular-season games.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 7 Evans (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Impact A fourth-round pick in 2022, Evans has played just three defensive snaps across five appearances this season. He's mostly been limited to special teams work for Minnesota.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans embracing new special teams roles after 'tough' move to sideline Evans made a critical play in a new role last week at Green Bay, where he continued to watch the Vikings defense from the sideline after sta...

OCTOBER 3 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Limited to special teams Evans was limited to 15 snaps on special teams in Sunday's win over Houston. He did not play a snap on defense.

Impact After starting 15 games and playing 832 snaps on defense last season, Evans has been relegated to a special teams role. He's played just three snaps on defense this season.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings roster preview: After last year's struggles, will Akayleb Evans have a role in 2024? It seems like Evans may have an uphill battle to make this year’s roster, but is there potential still to unlock if he does?

AUGUST 23 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Up-and-down sophomore season Evans logged 65 total tackles, seven pass deflections and three forced fumbles in 15 games with Vikings during the 2023 regular season.

Impact The second-year corner out of Missouri saw a major uptick in work from his rookie year, starting all 15 of the games he appeared in for Minnesota and playing almost 700 more snaps than in 2022. Evans definitely struggled at times, even getting benched during Minnesota's Week 16 loss to the Lions, but the 24-year-old still was able to finish third on the Vikings in forced fumbles and fourth in pass deflections. It's uncertain what role Evans will play on the Vikings' defense next season, but he'll likely look to be more consistent going into his third year.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings-Bears inactives: Cornerback Akayleb Evans to miss second game Akayleb Evans was a full participant in Friday's practice, but the Vikings will give him the bye week to recover from the Nov. 12 calf strai...

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Could return Week 12 Evans (calf) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Bears, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Evans missed Week 11 against the Broncos after sustaining a calf injury in Week 10 against the Saints. He was a limited participant in practice Thursday and Friday and his status may not be fully known until 90 minutes before kickoff time. Mekhi Blackmon played a season-high 50 defensive snaps at left corner in Week 11 when Evans was out and the former would appear to reprise that starting role if the latter is ruled out for Monday's game.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings-Bears Thursday injury report: Akayleb Evans, Justin Jefferson Evans returned to limited participation for Thursday’s practice.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Taysom Hill flattens Akayleb Evans | Saints-Vikings Highlights | 2023 NFL Week 10 New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill takes the pass from quarterback Derek Carr and flattens Minnesota Vikings defensive back Akayleb...

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

KhaDarel Hodge breaks Akayleb Evans' tackle for 31-yard gain Atlanta Falcons wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge breaks Minnesota Vikings cornerback Akayleb Evans' tackle for 31-yard gain into Minnesota Vikin...

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Limited practice Wednesday Evans (neck) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Evans was able to overcome an oblique injury to play in Sunday's game against the Patriots and finished the game with four solo tackles while playing all but one defensive snap. Evans had also dealt with a knee injury that limited him in practices earlier in the season. Barring any setback, he should be good to go for Week 9 against the Falcons.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Evans (oblique) has been cleared to play in Monday's game against the Vikings.

Impact After a week of limited practice sessions, Evans' health is close enough to par for him to suit up. Barring any setbacks, he should take on his usual role at cornerback opposite Byron Murphy.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Vikings waive former starting cornerback Akayleb Evans in another blow to 2022 draft class