If the New England Patriots are considering trading their quarterback Mac Jones to the San Francisco 49ers, the player selected as the No. 15 pick might have a chance to verify a bold theory.
According to NFL Network’s James Palmer, during the NFL Combine, several coaches expressed that Jones could have achieved victory in multiple Lombardi Trophies with the 49ers already. The 49ers are well-set with their quarterback after a series of former Patriots quarterback Brock Purdy Jimmy Garoppolo “They think if he [Kyle Shanahan] took Mac at three, they would have won multiple Super Bowls by now,” Palmer said on the podcast. followed by Trey Lance.
Ironically, in the 2021 draft, San Francisco selected before the Patriots, choosing Lance at No. 3, followed by Jones at No. 15 to New England. Lance’s performance didn't meet expectations, and the 49ers traded him to the
Dallas Cowboys prior to the 2023 season. Jones didn’t perform as expected in New England as things took a downturn in 2023. However, the 49ers arguably provided a more capable supporting team on offense than the Patriots over the past three seasons, which could have made a difference. Since the 2021 draft, the 49ers have reached three NFC Championship Games and one Super Bowl.
If the Patriots trade Jones to San Francisco, it's likely to be for a late round pick. San Francisco may have a need for a backup quarterback with
preparing to test free agency. Sam Darnold Purdy played in all 17 games last season, but he sustained a season-ending elbow injury in the NFC Championship Game the year before. In addition, the 49ers have dealt with numerous quarterback injuries in recent years despite two Super Bowl appearances and four NFC title games in five years.
Several teams have reached out to the Patriots regarding Mac Jones
San Francisco could be among the teams interested in acquiring Jones.
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the news broke on Friday that the Patriots are exploring a trade for Jones and have been in touch with other teams. Several teams in need of a quarterback could offer a late-round pick to New England for Jones’ services — most likely as a backup.
According to MassLive’s Mark Daniels a fourth or fifth round pick is a realistic compensation for Jones. Los Angeles Rams
The may need a backup, just like the 49ers, since Carson Wentz is set to test free agency next week. Similarly, the Seattle Seahawks require a quality backup for their starter Mac Jones Could Become a Starter For a Team in Need of a Quarterback Geno Smith.
Some teams may have more urgent needs than a backup. Russell Wilson could leave the
Denver Broncos Kirk Cousins, and could leave the Minnesota Vikings Jones might also get another quick opportunity to start if the.
Atlanta Falcons Las Vegas Raiders or make a trade with the Patriots. Desmond Ridder has not met expectations with the Falcons, and the same is true for Aidan O’Connell with the Raiders. Las Vegas is also planning to release Garoppolo after a PED suspension following the season. He will miss two games next fall due to the suspension.
Jones won’t cost much for any of the aforementioned teams, as he is set to make $4.95 million in 2024. The Patriots, on the other hand, could add depth in a needed position in exchange for Jones.
If the New England Patriots trade quarterback Mac Jones to the San Francisco 49ers, the former No. 15 pick has a small chance to explore a far-fetched idea.
