Tom Brady had some surprising advice for the 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers could have a quarterback controversy when Brock Purdy is ready to return, and we now know how Tom Brady thinks the situation should be handled.

Mac Jones has played well this season while filling in for Purdy, who remains sidelined with a foot injury. Jones is 5-2 as a starter and has looked extremely comfortable in Kyle Shanahan’s offense. With the way the 49ers are playing, many have wondered if Jones should keep the starting job even when Purdy is healthy enough to return.

During the FOX pregame show on Sunday, Brady was asked if he believes the Niners should stick with Jones as their starter. Purdy might not like the seven-time Super Bowl champion’s response.

“Gee, I wonder why you asked me this question. Listen, you gotta go with the hot hand,” Brady said. “Yes. Yes, you stay with him. I’ve gotta believe that’s why I’m still sitting here today, because they went with the hot hand about 25 years ago. What do you guys expect me to say?”