Kyle Shanahan compared to Andy Reid by Mac Jones and Alex Smith
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones discussed his relationship with head coach Kyle Shanahan during an interview at Tight End University 2026. He noted the impact Shanahan has had on his development. Former Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith compared Shanahan's coaching success and ability to Reid, highlighting that both have faced off in two Super Bowls, with Reid's teams winning each time. Shanahan has faced criticism for not winning the big game, echoing similar sentiments from Reid's earlier coaching career.
- •Mac Jones praised his relationship with Kyle Shanahan.
- •Alex Smith compared Shanahan's coaching success to Andy Reid's.
- •Both coaches have faced each other in two Super Bowls.
- •Tight End University aims to elevate the tight end position.
- •Shanahan's past Super Bowl failures are recalled in the context of Reid.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan earns a comparison to Chiefs HC Andy Reid
"During his interview with @EdEastonJr, San Francisco 49ers QB Mac Jones discussed his relationship with head coach Kyle Shanahan
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