Evans was understandably pumped by getting the cherry on top of a successful Sunday and acted as though he would have run through a series of brick walls had they been available. He had to settle for being mobbed like those college kids when they are told they've earned a scholarship in front of the entire team.

Mike Evans hits 1000 yards and Todd Bowles showcases strategic coaching prowess. Can the Buccaneers get the playoff win at home?

When you become the second player in NFL history to record over 1,000 receiving yards in 11 consecutive seasons, and earn a massive performance bonus in the process, there’s really only one place to celebrate,

Thankfully, Tampa Bay did get the ball back. On their final possession, with the victory and NFC South already secured, the Buccaneers had one goal in mind—get Evans over 1,000 yards. Baker Mayfield quickly connected with Evans on a nine-yard pass, putting Evans at 1,004 yards on the season.