Source: 49ers hiring QB Mac Jones four years after nearly drafting him
- Mac Jones has signed a two-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers worth $7 million, with $5 million guaranteed and a maximum value of $11.5 million.
- Jones spent the 2024 season backing up Trevor Lawrence with the Jacksonville Jaguars, throwing for 1,672 yards, eight touchdowns, and eight interceptions in 10 games.
- After initially succeeding with the New England Patriots, Jones struggled in subsequent seasons and was benched in 2023.
- The 49ers view Jones as a solid backup for Brock Purdy amid ongoing contract negotiations.
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Reports: QB Mac Jones to sign 2-year deal with 49ers
Former first-round draft pick Mac Jones is signing with the San Francisco 49ers, multiple outlets reported. Jones, 26, chose the 49ers because he wanted the chance to work with head coach Kyle Shanahan, ESPN reported, adding his deal is worth…
REPORT: Mac Jones Signs Two-Year Deal With San Francisco 49ers
Mac Jones is headed to the San Francisco 49ers, agreeing to terms on a two-year deal worth $7 million with $5 million guaranteed, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The 26-year-old appeared in 10 games last season for the Jacksonville Jaguars, including seven starts in place of injured Trevor Lawrence. He completed 65% of his passes, […] The post REPORT: Mac Jones Signs Two-Year Deal With San Francisco 49ers appeared first on Daily Snark.


Mac Jones signs two-year, $7 million contract with 49ers to take Brock Purdy backup role
Mac Jones has a new home. The quarterback has agreed to a two-year, $7 million contract to join the 49ers, NFL Network reported Wednesday night. Jones will make $5 million in guaranteed money and can earn as much as $11.5 million.
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