Don’t look now, but former New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is thriving with the San Francisco 49ers. Jones has burst onto the scene as San Francisco’s starter, guiding the team to three straight victories while Brock Purdy recovers from a shoulder and toe injury .
On Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals, Jones went 27-for-41, amassing 284 yards, one touchdown and one interception, posting an 83.8 rating in a gritty 16-15 win. Overall, he’s thrown for 563 yards this season on 53-of-80 attempts (66.3 percent completion rate), with four touchdowns against just one pick, averaging 7.0 yards per attempt and earning a cumulative 98.1 rating. These figures have helped propel the 49ers to a 3-0 overall record, showcasing Jones’ ability to manage games and make key throws, like his