Mike Evans is one step closer to exploring a new team after the wide receiver did not reach a contract extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday.

Evans' current contract doesn't expire until March 11, but the Buccaneers could've saved roughly $7.4 million against their 2024 salary cap by extending the receiver before Monday's deadline.

He could still sign a new deal with the Buccaneers, but any incentive to do so has expired.