For the first time in many years, the San Francisco 49ers aren't having a backup quarterback competition. That is thanks to them for signing Mac Jones in free a ...

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 ...

When Mac Jones led the San Francisco offense onto the field for the 49ers’ preseason opener on Saturday night, the former ...

A year ago it was either Brandon Allen or Joshua Dobbs behind Purdy, and it didn’t turn out well for the 49ers.

And there could be a gap that might prompt the 49ers to let it ride for $5.2 million in 2025, knowing that the franchise tag will be available for 2026. And that Jones will still be under contract.

Mac Jones is ready for the 49ers to call his number. The quarterback will back up Brock Purdy after signing a two-year, $8.4 million contract in San Francisco this offseason, and he said he’s ...

The San Francisco 49ers invested solid backup money into Mac Jones and the former Patriot is just happy to be with a team of winners.

But Jones definitely is better than both backups the 49ers had last season (Brandon Allen and Josh Dobbs), and he just might be better than a few of their previous starting quarterbacks.

Mac Jones clearly isn't better than Brock Purdy -- that's evident when you watch them practice side by side. Purdy is an elusive playmaker, and Jones is not.