Brief
Mike Evans says he didn’t recognize Trevon Diggs during viral trash‑talk moment
Evans says his shoulder‑pad check was meant to identify his opponent, not a pre‑planned diss.
By Felo News Desk · Published
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans said he did not know he was confronting Seattle Seahawks cornerback Trevon Diggs during a viral trash‑talk moment in the 49ers’ 32‑29 win on Sunday, according to the Los Angeles Times.
What happened
Late in the second quarter, cameras captured Evans placing his hands on Diggs’ shoulder pads and turning him around to look at his jersey name. Diggs, a two‑time Pro Bowl selection, appeared offended and shoved Evans in the facemask. Evans finished the game with seven catches for 113 yards and one touchdown.
What was said
Evans told reporters, “I didn’t know that was him at first, because I played against him a few times and we always been cool… It’s hard to tell sometimes in the helmet.” Richard Sherman praised the clip on X, calling it “an all‑time GIF and trash talk moment.”
Key facts
- Mike Evans checked Trevon Diggs' jersey during a 49ers‑Seahawks game (latimes.com)
- Evans finished with seven receptions for 113 yards and a touchdown (latimes.com)
- Evans said he did not recognize Diggs at the time of the exchange (latimes.com)
- Richard Sherman posted praise for the moment on X (latimes.com)
Sources
- [1] latimes.com — originally reported as “Mike Evans delivered an all-time diss of Trevon Diggs. Or did he? 'I honestly didn't know it was him'”
