Mac Jones prepares as backup quarterback for 49ers in 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 5:33 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Mac Jones of the San Francisco 49ers is poised to enter the 2026 NFL season as the backup quarterback, supporting Brock Purdy, who is recovering from injuries. In 2025, during Purdy's absence due to a turf toe injury, Jones led the team to five wins in eight games, showcasing a strong performance with 13 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. With a solid understanding of Kyle Shanahan's offensive scheme, expectations for Jones remain high should he need to step in again. Jones’s contract includes $1.25 million in guaranteed compensation for 2026 and will be eligible for free agency next offseason.
- •Mac Jones played eight games in 2025, securing five wins.
- •Jones posted a 69.6% completion rate with 13 touchdowns.
- •Brock Purdy's injuries have highlighted the need for a strong backup.
- •Jones has a base salary of $1.4 million for 2026.
- •He will be a free-agent next offseason.
- 5:33 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers 90-in-90: Is Mac Jones the best backup QB in the NFL?
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