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Niners Nation fantasy football takes on Mac Jones
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Niners Nation about Mac Jones.
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All Niners Nation insights about Mac Jones
NegativeMatchupSep 10, 2026
Mac Jones was pressured 28% of the time in Week 5 (with only one sack) and 25.6% in Week 10 (with no sacks) against the Rams' defense. However, Myles Garrett's presence changes everything and will get his sacks; the 49ers' pass protection is questionable outside of Trent Williams and Dominick Puni.PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
The source expressed low expectations for Mac Jones' performance if he had to play for the 49ers in the prior season, but when he did play, the source characterized it as 'glorious,' indicating the quarterback exceeded expectations and performed well in limited action.NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026
Mac Jones may get a chance to put on a free-agency showcase in Week 18 against the Cardinals if the 49ers rest their starters, but the source predicts the wild card chase will come down to the wire and the 49ers will need their first-string to secure a playoff spot.NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026
Mac Jones won't see extended run in the preseason finale with Kurtis Rourke out; the 49ers are protecting their backup quarterback behind backup offensive linemen. Jones could field trade offers during the first half of the season, and teams like the Falcons are monitoring him. Sincere McCormick expects Mac to play the first quarter at most, with Adrian Martinez taking over for the final three quarters.NegativeProjectionAug 20, 2026
Mac Jones was 12th in EPA per dropback with Kendrick Bourne as his leading receiver. Both quarterbacks finished in the top 10 in several categories with Jauan Jennings as the primary threat, demonstrating the 49ers' offensive efficiency regardless of QB.PositiveValueAug 19, 2026
Jones is in the final year of his contract with the 49ers, and Rourke's strong debut coupled with Jones' expiring deal could make the 49ers more motivated to trade him during the season than they were in the offseason. The source projects the 49ers could net a high-end 2027 draft pick for Jones, who is 'almost certain to sign elsewhere in free agency in March.' Quarterback injuries are inevitable, making Jones a logical trade target for teams desperate to stay afloat without a starter.NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026
The source suggests Mac Jones could become expendable if Kurtis Rourke continues to perform well, with trade deadline implications as Rourke competes for the third quarterback spot. The statement 'If Kurtis Rourke can continue to look as good as he did on Thursday night, Mac Jones could be an expendable piece as we get closer to the trade deadline' indicates Rourke's strong preseason debut has created roster uncertainty for Jones.PositiveValueAug 14, 2026
Backup QB with potential fantasy value in the early part of the season if another team suffers an injury at quarterback; not playing in this preseason matchup but represents a speculative handcuff opportunity.NegativeRoleJul 28, 2026
Mac Jones has demonstrated the ability to make plays as a cornerback but has also been guilty of surrendering too many plays in training camp. In four NFL seasons, Jones has eight career interceptions, four of which he returned for touchdowns. The key for Jones is learning to recognize and capitalize on play opportunities when they arise, a critical skill for cornerbacks in the league.NegativeProjectionJul 27, 2026
Backup quarterback Mac Jones struggled during training camp, throwing a couple of interceptions including one directly to safety Marques Sigle. Also threw an incomplete pass intended for Jordan Watkins over the middle that was deflected by linebacker Garret Wallow and intercepted by Jalen Graham.NegativeDepth ChartJul 26, 2026
Jones is projected as the backup quarterback on the 49ers' 53-man roster, with his contract through 2026.NegativeValueJul 22, 2026
Mac Jones is on an expiring deal heading into the 2026 season. The source poses a hypothetical scenario where, if the 49ers are 6-2 and Purdy is playing elite football by the Week 10 trade deadline, teams like the Vikings (4-4 with subpar QB play), Falcons, or Colts might offer a second-round or third-round pick for Jones to address their quarterback situations. The 49ers would face a decision on whether to trade him or retain him as a backup.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Mac Jones is characterized as possibly the best backup quarterback in the league. He kept the 49ers afloat during Purdy's turf toe injury that sidelined Purdy for half of the 2025 season, entering in Week 6 and playing until Purdy returned in Week 11. The source frames him as a valuable break-glass-in-case-of-emergency option on an expiring deal.