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PositiveNewsOct 27, 2026Coach Yac 🗣
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Mac Jones is funny af. Look at his reply to Jaden Dugger’s post on IG Mac is living the good life as QB2 and never complains about it. Who knows, maybe this offseason he says “fuck it, I’ll stick around and back Brock up for another year or two” and re-signs with the 49ers

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PositiveDepth ChartOct 22, 2026SleeperNFL
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The Top Trade Candidate For Each NFC Team, via @​NFLonFOX: Cardinals - DE Josh Sweat Falcons - CB Mike Hughes Panthers - TE Ja’Tavion Sanders Bears - TE Cole Kmet Cowboys - TE Luke Schoonmaker Lions - RT Larry Borom Packers - WR Jayden Reed Rams - TE Colby Parkinson Vikings - WR Jauan Jennings Saints - Edge Cameron Jordan Giants - Edge Kayvon Thibodeaux Eagles - G Landon Dickerson 49ers - QB Mac Jones Seahawks - OL Olu Oluwatimi Buccaneers - RB Kenny Gainwell Commanders - DT Daron Payne

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NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026Zain Dhanani
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Texans (at Jaguars): RBs: Woody Marks: 72% opp share, 69% route share, 100% of i10 rush att, 89% of 2min RB snaps, 100% 3rd down snap share Woody Marks got most of the work and will be a mid-tier RB2 while Monty is out - RB3/Flex if Monty is back Jawhar Jordan: 28% opp share, 11% route share, 0% of i10 rush att, 11% of 2min RB snaps, 0% 3rd down snap share Looked like the better rusher, but he's not an add unless Monty is out for a long time WR/TEs (36 dropbacks): Nico Collins: 83% route shar...

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NegativeValueSep 30, 2026Niners Nation
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports it would take real draft capital—perhaps a Day 2 pick—to acquire Jones from the 49ers in a trade. The 49ers have said they aren't interested in dealing him, and it would require significant desperation from another team to change their minds. Fowler notes that for a team to part with a second- or third-round pick, they'd need to believe they have a legitimate playoff shot this year, making a Jones trade unlikely given San Francisco's current 3-0 record and roster depth at QB.
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PositiveDepth ChartSep 30, 2026Coach Yac 🗣
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Jeremy Fowler says it doesn’t make much sense for the 49ers to trade Mac Jones: “It would take real draft capital -- perhaps a Day 2 pick -- to get in the door on Jones. Brock Purdy is playing at an MVP level, but he also sat out seven games last season, with Jones filling in admirably. San Francisco could be there at the end if its aging roster holds up, so it makes little sense to deal Jones right now.” Perhaps a Day 2 pick? It would absolutely cost that if the Niners were going to move off...

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PositiveNewsSep 29, 2026Dataroma
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QB passing yards per attempt vs. completion % over expected through Week 3 (pre MNF), per @​FantasyPtsData: Which QBs have not only been efficient on a per attempt basis, but also accurate? + Purdy, Allen, Lamar leading + Mahomes is back + Geno Smith📈 + Jones, Love📉

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NegativeProjectionSep 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
The source uses Mac Jones as a cautionary comparison point. In 2023, Jones and backup Bailey Zappe were deemed 'a lost cause in New England,' contrasting with Maye's current situation where the source argues he 'continues to have his moments of brilliance' and remains salvageable. The source notes Maye 'had shown promise earlier in his career' but spiraled in 2023 under Belichick, whereas Maye has shown 'he can play the position at a significantly higher level than his predecessor, Mac Jones, ever had.'
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PositiveRoleSep 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Mac Jones is among five quarterbacks the New York Giants are considering after Jaxson Dart's knee injury ruled him out for the rest of the regular season. Giants offensive coordinator Matt Nagy coached the Bears in 2021 and selected Justin Fields over Jones in the draft; Nagy may now be more inclined to give Jones a shot based on how that decision played out and how Mac performed in 2025. 49ers GM John Lynch referenced San Francisco's history at the position as a reason to hold onto Jones, noting that the Niners needed him for half of last season when Brock Purdy was unavailable.
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PositiveValueSep 27, 2026Niners Nation
Giants are considering Mac Jones as a QB option after Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury. The move is noteworthy given Giants offensive coordinator Matt Nagy's 2021 decision to draft Justin Fields over Jones with the Bears; Nagy may now be more inclined to give Jones a shot, especially after how Mac played in 2025. 49ers GM John Lynch referenced the team's history at the position as a reason to hold onto Jones, suggesting confidence in his ability to step in if needed.
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NegativeRoleSep 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
49ers GM John Lynch is keeping Mac Jones as a quality backup with prior experience, consistent with the franchise's historical approach to the position. Lynch referenced the late 1980s/early '90s 49ers quarterback room under Bill Walsh—when Joe Montana, Steve Young, and Steve Bono were on the roster—as justification for maintaining depth at the position. Lynch stated: 'I think it's a really special situation to have Brock [Purdy] here, to have Mac here' and emphasized that 'there's no more important position in football' and 'you're well insulated in the event something were ever to happen.' Jones is headed to free agency, and Lynch has not disclosed whether he's received trade calls, though the 49ers would likely require at least a third-round pick to trade him away.
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PositiveValueSep 24, 2026Niners Nation
Mac Jones holds significant trade value as the 49ers' experienced backup QB in a season marked by widespread starter injuries across the league. Lynch has consistently prioritized experienced backups (Garoppolo, Darnold, Dobbs, Johnson) and views Jones as essential insurance; the 2027 draft's projected depth makes a third-round pick a no-brainer trade return, with a fourth-round pick potentially sufficient if Brock Purdy maintains MVP-level play. Jones' value is further elevated by his pending free agency and the fact that the 49ers' backup started nearly half of last season, demonstrating the real-world importance of depth at the position.
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PositiveRoleSep 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
49ers GM John Lynch emphasized the value of depth at quarterback, specifically praising Mac Jones as part of a strong QB room alongside Brock Purdy and Kurtis Rourke. Lynch compared the situation to Bill Walsh's strategy with Joe Montana and Steve Young, noting that having quality backup options provides insurance and "you're well insulated in the event something were ever to happen." Jones started eight games last season when Purdy was injured, posting a 5-3 record and helping the 49ers reach the playoffs, which Lynch indicated would keep any trade price tag high.
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