Mike Evans to return for Bucs vs Chiefs after one game suspension: 'I’ve got to be better for my team'

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers star wide receiver Mike Evans struggled to watch his team’s tough loss against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, but said he’s looking forward to coming back and possibly reuniting with other Bucs stars that have been sidelined with injuries. 

Evans will make his return on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs after serving a one-game suspension for his role in a fight with New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore in Week 2. 

Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore and safety Marcus Maye get into a penalty with Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans on Sept. 18. 2022, in New Orleans. (Stephen Lew-USA Today Sports)

"I’ve got to be smart for my team. This is my second time being suspended for an incident like this, I can’t let it happen again," Evans told reporters on Thursday. "I’ve got to be better for my team. I felt like I could’ve helped us win last week."

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Tampa Bay’s red zone struggles were on full display in the Bucs’ 14-12 loss to the Green Bay Packers. They lost two fumbles, were 2 for 11 on third-down conversions and rushed for only 34 yards on 14 attempts.

"It was hard to watch that but I just tried to be as positive as possible. I got to spend time with my family, I got to rest and heal all the way up. I’m feeling fresh, that’s a positive." 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans after being thrown out of the Saints game on Sept. 18, 2022, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

In addition to Evan’s absence, the Buccaneers have also been without Julio Jones, due to a knee injury, and Chris Godwin, who has a hamstring