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Mac Jones, whose full name is Michael McCorkle Jones, is an American professional football quarterback currently playing for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL) ⁷. He is known for his college football career at Alabama and his entry into the NFL as a first-round pick in 2021 ⁵⁸.

Early Life and College Career

Born on September 5, 1998, in Jacksonville, Florida, Jones comes from an athletic family ¹⁵⁶. His father, Gordon Jones, played tennis at Florida State University and Flagler College, even appearing on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1977 ¹⁴. His brother, Will, played soccer at Mercer University, and his sister, Sarah Jane, played tennis for the College of Charleston ¹.

Jones played college football at the University of Alabama, where he achieved significant recognition ⁷. During his time with the Alabama Crimson Tide, he showcased his skills as a quarterback, leading to his selection in the NFL Draft ⁶⁷.

Professional NFL Career

Jones was drafted by the New England Patriots as a rookie quarterback in 2021 ⁵. He quickly made a name for himself with impressive performances during his time with the Patriots ⁵.

As of the 2026 season, Mac Jones is a quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers ³⁷. In the 2025 season, he earned a 77.1 overall PFF grade, ranking 13th among 43 qualified quarterbacks ³. His future with the 49ers is a topic of discussion, especially as the 2026 season approaches and with the strong impression made by other players like Kurtis Rourke in the preseason ¹⁰. He is considered a potential backup for Brock Purdy, the 49ers' starting quarterback ⁸⁹. Should Purdy miss time, Jones would be considered a fringe QB2 ⁸.