Buccaneers' Mike Evans: Leaves concussion protocol

Evans has received clearance from an independent neurologist and is out of the NFL's protocol for head injuries, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Analysis:

After running routes at practice Monday, Wednesday's uncapped session was the next indication that Evans would get the all-clear this week. Indeed, it has come to pass, clearing the way for the stud wideout to face a Bears defense Sunday that has yielded 195 yards per game and nine touchdowns to WRs in eight contests this season.