49ers committing to Brock Purdy, fraternity of QBs in their mid-20s

49ers committing to Brock Purdy, fraternity of QBs in their mid-20s

SANTA CLARA — The 49ers’ youth movement even reached what’s now the NFL’s third-youngest quarterback room. Brock Purdy, 25, is entering his fourth season, and he’s just barely younger than both of his backups — Mac Jones, 26, and, Tanner Mordecai, who is 49 days older than Purdy. Might the 49ers still look for a cost-effective veteran? “I think we’re pretty good,” general manager John Lynch responded last week when asked by the Bay Area News Gro…

49ers Issue Strong ‘Statement’ to Brock Purdy By Signing Mac Jones

There’s no doubt the San Francisco 49ers made a bit of a power move when they signed former New England Patriots starter Mac Jones.Sure, Jones is widely expected to serve as backup to Brock Purdy, but considering the team is currently in the middle of contract negotiations with its presumed starting quarterback, it’s fair to wonder what the addition of Jones might mean for Purdy’s future.Jones, the 15th overall pick in the 2021 draft, now gets t…

Mac Jones on 49ers Contract Decision: 'Just Wanted to Surround Myself with Winners'

Mac Jones reveals Brock Purdy relationship that sees him targeting QB's job

Mac Jones is on his way to San Francisco and they’ll be some familiar faces to welcome him. The 49ers have had several issues with a depleted roster over the years and Jones’ arrival means it’s another change in the quarterback room. Mac Jones joined the 49ers after spending 2024 with the JaguarsGETTY It it just over 12 months since the Niners were beaten by the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII and while injuries cost them in 2024, the team are never i…

“He wants to get carried” - NFL fans react to Mac Jones’ comments after signing with 49ers in free agency

On March 14, Mac Jones joined the San Francisco 49ers on a two-year, $7 million contract.

Mike Florio believes Mac Jones joined 49ers looking to take Brock Purdy's job

In a recent interview with 49ers.com team reporter Briana McDonald, new San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones struck the right tone. He emphasized his eagerness to learn from starter Brock Purdy and contribute in any way possible. "I know Brock personally, and he's done a great job and played really good football in the NFL," Jones said. "So I've been really watching him from afar on game film and stuff, and just want to learn from him and …