Mac Jones Joins 49ers After Super Bowl Run

Mac Jones, former New England Patriots quarterback, has signed a two-year, $7 million contract with the San Francisco 49ers, with $5 million guaranteed and potential earnings up to $11.5 million. Jones will serve as a backup to starting quarterback Brock Purdy, who has solidified his position after leading the team to a Super Bowl appearance. The 49ers were initially interested in drafting Jones in 2021 but opted for Trey Lance, a decision that didn't pan out as planned. Jones had a promising start with the Patriots, making the Pro Bowl in his rookie season, but struggled in subsequent years due to changes in coaching and injuries. Jones spent the 2024 season with the Jacksonville Jaguars before joining the 49ers. The move to San Francisco reunites Jones with head coach Kyle Shanahan, who had previously considered him a strong candidate for the team's starting quarterback role.