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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 20
Will the 49ers Take a Quarterback in Round 2 of the NFL Draft?
Are the 49ers done adding to their quarterback room? Last year, it was terrible. When Brock Purdy got injured, neither Brandon Allen nor Josh Dobbs could win a game.
Colorado Buffaloes News / Yardbarker / April 2
Comparison to former bust highlights why Shedeur Sanders' draft stock may be dipping
Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders is being compared to a bust, which may explain why he could fall during the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled for April 24-26.
The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz
How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?
Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 1
49ers' Kyle Shanahan excited to work with Mac Jones
Mac Jones once believed he might start his NFL career with the San Francisco 49ers as the third overall pick in 2021. Many analysts predicted the team would select him.
New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / March 24
Former Patriots QB Feels Surrounded By ‘Winners’ With New Team
When Tom Brady left the New England Patriots after the 2019 season, many wondered which quarterback could take over that mantle and lead the franchise to more greatness. There was Cam Newton in 2020, but injuries prevented him from delivering a winning season.
NFL News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / March 24
Ex-Jaguars QB Mac Jones Explains Why He Joined 49ers
One of the Jacksonville Jaguars' biggest names on their own internal free agency list this year was quarterback Mac Jones, who is taking his talents to the west coast after one year with the Jaguars.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 22
Mike Florio believes Mac Jones joined 49ers looking to take Brock Purdy's job
In a recent interview with 49ers.com team reporter Briana McDonald, new San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones struck the right tone. He emphasized his eagerness to learn from starter Brock Purdy and contribute in any way possible.
San Francisco 49ers News / The Spun / March 21
Mac Jones Planning To 'Steal' Brock Purdy's Job In San Francisco: Report
The San Francisco 49ers could potentially make Brock Purdy the highest-paid quarterback in NFL history with a new contract, but another former first-round pick is ready to take Purdy's spot as the team's starting quarterback.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 21
Mac Jones Explains Why He Signed With 49ers
After passing him up in the 2021 draft in favor of QB Trey Lance, the 49ers signed former Jaguars QB Mac Jones to a two-year deal this free agency to backup QB Brock Purdy.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 20
Mac Jones Explains Why He Signed with the 49ers
Mac Jones just gave his first interview as a member of the 49ers. Here's what he said. Q: You're coming from Jacksonville after spending the first three years of your career in New England.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 20
Mac Jones eager to learn from Brock Purdy, help 49ers
Four years after the San Francisco 49ers considered using the No. 3 overall pick on quarterback Mac Jones, head coach Kyle Shanahan finally got his man.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 19
Why Mac Jones joining the 49ers won't affect Brock Purdy's extension talks
Some believe that the signing of quarterback Mac Jones—a player head coach Kyle Shanahan coveted in the 2021 NFL Draft before ultimately choosing Trey Lance—was a negotiation tactic by the San Francisco 49ers in their contract extension talks with Brock Purdy.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / March 19
Insider highlights why Brock Purdy shouldn't be worried about Mac Jones signing
The addition of Jones led to speculation about Purdy's negotiations with the 49ers on a contract extension. One insider has highlighted why Purdy should have very little to worry about.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 15
Grading the 49ers' Signing of Quarterback Mac Jones
The 49ers could have extended Brock Purdy's contract by now. Instead, they signed Mac Jones to a two-year, $7 million deal. In addition, Purdy's quarterback coach, Brian Griese, no longer is on the coaching staff.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 14
PFF Gives the 49ers a "D" for their Moves in Free Agency
On paper, no team in the NFL has taken a bigger step back during free agency than the 49ers. They've lost nine starters and signed none. Their most expensive addition has been backup tight end Luke Farrell, and their most interesting addition probably has been backup quarterback Mac Jones.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 13
Mac Jones in San Francisco: A Media-Baked Quarterback Controversy
At the end of a week when the San Francisco 49ers reached that ever-approaching lip of the salary cap waterfall and power-washed an expensive and aging roster of some key and even long-beloved players, they made some additions as well.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 13
Former Alabama National Champ Mac Jones Inks $7M Deal with 49ers
Mac Jones has signed a two-year, $7 million deal with the San Francisco 49ers, with $5 million guaranteed and a potential max value of $11.5 million, per ESPN.
The 'NFL rookie Pro Bowlers' quiz
How many of the 46 rookies to make the NFL Pro Bowl since the 2014 season can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Field Level Media / March 13
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 $7 million over two years with $5 million in guarantees.
Jacksonville Jaguars News / Larry Brown Sports / March 12
Mac Jones signs with new team in free agency
Mac Jones’ second act as a backup is continuing on the West Coast. Adam Schefter of ESPN reported on Wednesday that the ex-Pro Bowl quarterback Jones is signing with the San Francisco 49ers as a free agent.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 12
49ers' new backup QB may not inspire much confidence
Kyle Shanahan has always seemed to be a fan of the quarterback, but the reason is unclear.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 13
49ers signing QB Mac Jones to a 2-year contract in free agency
Many believed the San Francisco 49ers, who had the No. 3 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, might target quarterback Mac Jones as their quarterback of the future.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 12
49ers Sign QB Mac Jones To Two-Year Deal Worth Up To $11.5M
Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the 49ers are signing QB Mac Jones to a two-year, $7 million contract. The deal includes $5 million guaranteed and a max value of $11.5 million. This is very interesting considering that there was a great deal of buzz in the 2021 NFL Draft about the 49ers selecting Jones at No.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 12
Former first-round pick signs two-year deal with 49ers
Former first-round quarterback Mac Jones will play for a third team after finishing out his rookie deal in Jacksonville.
NFL News / Dawg Pound Daily / March 10
Mac Jones to Browns feels imminent with latest Jaguars free-agent signing
With the Cleveland Browns having a very quiet first day to free agency, you have to read between many lines in order to find a clue about the teams' next moves.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 3
Why the 49ers Could Sign Mac Jones
Four years ago, the 49ers nearly drafted Mac Jones after trading three first-rounders a third for the No. 3 pick in the draft. Soon, they'll have a chance to sign him on the cheap.
Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / January 3
The Growth and Maturation of Jaguars QB Mac Jones
Jacksonville Jaguars Mac Jones has continued to evolve as a quarterback in his lone season in Jacksonville as he has fine-tuned his skills on the field and quietly moved past some of the reputation he built while with the New England Patriots.
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