Mac Jones joins 49ers, learns from Brock Purdy

Mac Jones has joined the San Francisco 49ers after one year with the Jacksonville Jaguars. His arrival comes as the 49ers are undergoing significant changes, having let go of 17 players this offseason. The team finished the previous year with a disappointing 6-11 record, largely due to injuries and a depleted roster. Jones spoke positively about his relationship with current starting quarterback, Brock Purdy. He mentioned wanting to learn from Purdy and source inspiration from the team's winning culture. Purdy is currently in contract negotiations, reportedly seeking a deal worth around $50 million per season. While Jones was once a highly-touted prospect with the New England Patriots, he now aims to support Purdy and contribute positively to the 49ers. He hopes to benefit from head coach Kyle Shanahan's expertise, as Shanahan is known for developing quarterbacks effectively. Last season, Jones played in 10 games for the Jaguars and had a solid performance with 1,672 passing yards and 8 touchdowns. With competition from Purdy, Jones finds himself at a pivotal point in his career, looking to revive his NFL prospects.