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NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / June 12

49ers QB Gets Brutally Honest on Failed Patriots Stint

The New England Patriots appear to have found their franchise quarterback in Drake Maye, but a few years ago, they thought the same thing of Mac Jones.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 11

NFC Notes: Mac Jones, Puka Nacua, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams

49ers QB Mac Jones feels that his style of play is a great fit for the offensive scheme in San Francisco. “I think they do a great job explaining what the expectation of each play is and why they’re doing a certain play,” Jones told SI.com.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 10

49ers, Mac Jones form ideal backup QB pairing for 2025 season

The San Francisco 49ers famously passed on quarterback Mac Jones in the 2021 NFL Draft, opting instead to select Trey Lance with the No. 3 overall pick.

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San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / June 6

Mac Jones gives honest insight on playing in the 49ers offense, and it quietly connects back to what his career could have been

It took a few years longer than many expected, but Mac Jones is finally getting his chance with Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers. There’s been plenty of developments since the 2021 NFL Draft, which saw the 49ers pull off a blockbuster deal to move up to the No.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Talk / June 6

Mac Jones says 49ers' system is ideal for efficient quarterback play

San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan and quarterback Mac Jones once looked like such a perfect match that when the 49ers traded three first-round picks to move up in the 2021 NFL draft, many people initially thought it was to draft Jones.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 5

Mac Jones reveals why the 49ers' system is so QB-friendly

Mac Jones spoke to reporters this week as the San Francisco 49ers continued their organized team activities (OTAs). The quarterback once believed he might land in San Francisco during the 2021 NFL Draft, but instead, he was selected by the New England Patriots.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / June 5

Why 49ers' Jones joked about getting into 'huge fight' with Shanahan

Why 49ers' Mac Jones joked about getting into 'huge fight' with Kyle Shanahan

Many have believed for years that Shanahan wanted to take Jones over Trey Lance with the third overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 4

Mac Jones praises Brock Purdy, eager to learn in 49ers offense

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones spoke with reporters after Wednesday's practice, reflecting on his transition to the team that once passed on him during the 2021 NFL Draft in favor of Trey Lance.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / June 4

49ers Quarerbacks Coach Mick Lombardi Assesses Mac Jones

It was easy to predict that the 49ers would sign Mac Jones this year. First, the 49ers almost drafted him with the third pick in the 2021 NFL Draft before taking Trey Lance.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 3

49ers QB Mac Jones: Can he follow Sam Darnold's comeback trail?

Sam Darnold made the most of his one-season stint with the San Francisco 49ers, serving as Brock Purdy's backup in 2023 and learning under head coach Kyle Shanahan.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 30

Kyle Shanahan shares early impressions of Mac Jones in first offseason with 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers kicked off organized team activities (OTAs) this week, marking the first chance for offensive and defensive players to go head-to-head during the 2025 offseason program—albeit still without contact.

San Francisco 49ers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 29

SI predicts 49ers backup Mac Jones will destroy Panthers on MNF in place of Brock Purdy

When the Carolina Panthers face the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football in Week 12, they won't have Deebo Samuel. They might not have Brandon Aiyuk, either.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / May 23

Mac Jones is 49ers Biggest Trade Asset After Purdy Contract

The San Francisco 49ers did not call in quarterback Mac Jones this free agency for him to compete with Brock Purdy for the starting job. That became clearer than it already was when the Niners extended Purdy with the largest contract in franchise history this week, valued at $265 million over five years.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 15

NFC Notes: Robert Saleh, Mac Jones, Grey Zabel, 49ers, Seahawks

49ers DC Robert Saleh said he’s “indebted” to the organization after sticking with him through a rough couple of seasons as the defensive coordinator and ultimately welcoming him back after a failed head coaching stint with the Jets.

San Francisco 49ers News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / May 11

49ers OC feels former Alabama QB still has traits of a NFL starting quarterback

The San Francisco 49ers are coming off their worst season since 2020. Since then, the organization has made a number of changes, including signing former Alabama quarterback, Mac Jones.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 10

49ers OC drops Mac Jones ‘starter’ admission

The San Francisco 49ers earned the worst free agency grades in the NFL this offseason as the team failed to add impact players to the roster despite losing a number of key contributors.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / May 9

49ers OC praises Mac Jones amid Brock Purdy uncertainty

49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak offered high praise for Mac Jones.

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Comparison to former bust highlights why Shedeur Sanders' draft stock may be dipping

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