All the Mac Jones Trade Buzz Feels Like a 49ers Smokescreen to Boost His Price

All the Mac Jones Trade Buzz Feels Like a 49ers Smokescreen to Boost His Price

Would San Francisco seriously consider keeping Jones as a backup just to get a compensatory pick after he leaves ahead of the 2027 season? We're not buying it.

"You're Going to Have to Knock Their Socks Off" - Mac Jones Trade Price Leaks

Former first-round pick Mac Jones is under contract with the San Francisco 49ers, and quarterback-needy teams could try to trade for the veteran passer. After a promising rookie season with the New England Patriots, the quarterback struggled to do much of anything during his next two seasons under Bill Belichick. The Patriots ultimately traded him to the Jacksonville Jaguars and, after filling in for an injured Trevor Lawrence down the stretch, …

49ers trade proposals: Two Mac Jones deals, Brandon Aiyuk's value

Bleacher Report's Alex Ballentine looked at one trade for each NFL team, and three involved the San Francisco 49ers. Two centered on quarterback Mac Jones and one exploring the potential return for wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Trade proposal No. 1: Mac Jones to the Vikings In the first scenario, the 49ers deal Jones to the Minnesota Vikings for future draft capital. Vikings receive: QB Mac Jones 49ers receive: 2026 third-round pick (No. 82) 202…

49ers Expected To Maintain High Asking Price In Mac Jones Trade

Teams in need of a new quarterback this spring could attempt to go down the trade route. In that event, Mac Jones would be a coveted passer. Jones’ impressive showing with the 49ers in 2025 helped rebuild his value. The former first-rounder was unable to duplicate the success of his rookie year in New England, and as of last offseason it was unclear when – or if – he would receive another QB1 opportunity. That time could soon be approaching, wit…