Falcons could target Mac Jones if QB competition falters
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 3:01 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons face a quarterback competition between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa leading into the 2026 season, with neither player guaranteed as the long-term starter. Coaches expect Penix to be full strength by training camp, but Tagovailoa has taken all offseason reps. Bleacher Report suggests the Falcons should consider pursuing San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones before the trade deadline if their situation remains uncertain. While the 49ers have no plans to trade Jones, that stance may change if they receive a suitable offer.
- •Penix expected to be healthy for training camp.
- •Tagovailoa has dominated offseason quarterback reps.
- •Falcons viewed as potential suitors for Mac Jones.
- •Jones had a strong backup season with the 49ers.
- •49ers currently uninterested in trading Jones.
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Bleacher Report says Falcons should trade for 49ers quarterback
"Mac Jones might be solution if Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa both fail in 2026
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