The 49ers traded up to acquire the third overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft and with it selected QB Trey Lance. Throughout the draft process, many experts and analysts thought Mac Jones from Alabama would be the pick. Now, Lance has had one career start and Mac Jones is the full-time starter in New England who seems to be improving by the week.
49ers Super Bowl-winning quarterback Joe Montana joined College Football Live this past weekend and echoed that he would have drafted Mac Jones instead of Trey Lance.
Joe Montana on College Football Live: "I would have taken Mac if I was the 49ers… I think it's funny, Alabama reminds me of the old USC the way they are producing quarterbacks"
More high praise and more recruiting material for @AlabamaFTBL
49ers trade demands for Mac Jones viewed as 'astronomical'
By David Bonilla
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There is interest in the NFL to trade for Mac Jones, but the San Francisco 49ers may be asking for more than other teams are willing to pay.
NFL insider Dianna Russini of The Athletic reported Tuesday that several teams have contacted the 49ers about Jones, but San Francisco's...
49ers sending clear message about Mac Jones trade stance
By David Bonilla
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The San Francisco 49ers appear open to trading quarterback Mac Jones — but it will cost you.
There has been significant speculation surrounding the backup signal-caller's future, particularly during the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, where many expected...
Why 49ers legend Jerry Rice is 'fired up' about Mike Evans signing
By David Bonilla
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The San Francisco 49ers made a splash on Monday, agreeing to a three-year deal with longtime Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans.
One fan of the move is Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice, who believes the addition could have a major impact on his former team's...
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