49ers sign QB Mac Jones

Originally posted by SmokeyJoe:

I understand the argument, but to me this is us robbing ourselves of a true value advantage we've created.

Better to trade him for a #2 (or a #3 and 5) than keep him as insurance and if lucky get a comp pick for him

Originally posted by SmokeyJoe:
With the Vikings signing Murray, I think that pretty much closes the door on a worthwhile trade return for Mac.

I know people think we could trade him when a QB inevitably gets hurt, but I don't think you'd be getting a worthwhile offer considering it would be a temporary solution for whatever team it is (in all likelihood).

Yes, the Vikings are off the table. Not sure they made the wisest long term decision. But Kyler's contract should be dirt cheap. I'm not sure he fits the scheme there.

Cardinals signing Minshew basically said, we are playing for the #1 pick in 2027.

Dolphins signing Willis, modest investment for possible high reward.

Jets trading for Geno....they're competing with the Cardinals for the #1 pick in 2027.

So, it basically leaves the Steelers. But with their Pittman and Dowdle signings, I think Rodgers is coming back.

The good news, with the 2027 QB draft class expected to be really deep, I think we can resign Jones to be our backup.

If the Steelers don't trade for him before the draft, I see Jones staying. The other possible scenario, a playoff team like the Cowboys, Broncos, etc loses their starter for the season.

Originally posted by 9erfan4life:

Originally posted by SmokeyJoe:
With the Vikings signing Murray, I think that pretty much closes the door on a worthwhile trade return for Mac.

I know people think we could trade him when a QB inevitably gets hurt, but I don't think you'd be getting a worthwhile offer considering it would be a temporary solution for whatever team it is (in all likelihood).

Yes, the Vikings are off the table. Not sure they made the wisest long term decision. But Kyler's contract should be dirt cheap. I'm not sure he fits the scheme there.

Cardinals signing Minshew basically said, we are playing for the #1 pick in 2027.

Dolphins signing Willis, modest investment for possible high reward.

Jets trading for Geno....they're competing with the Cardinals for the #1 pick in 2027.

So, it basically leaves the Steelers. But with their Pittman and Dowdle signings, I think Rodgers is coming back.

The good news, with the 2027 QB draft class expected to be really deep, I think we can resign Jones to be our backup.

If the Steelers don't trade for him before the draft, I see Jones staying. The other possible scenario, a playoff team like the Cowboys, Broncos, etc loses their starter for the season.

Best case scenario, he's the 49ers back up QB for the 2026 season.

Originally posted by glorydayz:
Best case scenario, he's the 49ers back up QB for the 2026 season.

And we trade him at the deadline for a#1 in 27

A lot of time to trade Mac Jones. Regardless of teams signings. Even though we need the picks, honestly it would be wise to hold onto Mac Jones as a back up for another year.

Originally posted by Kolohe:
A lot of time to trade Mac Jones. Regardless of teams signings. Even though we need the picks, honestly it would be wise to hold onto Mac Jones as a back up for another year.

Agreed, also I can't wait for Kyle's next project(not counting rourke)

Originally posted by JMC52:

Originally posted by Kolohe:
A lot of time to trade Mac Jones. Regardless of teams signings. Even though we need the picks, honestly it would be wise to hold onto Mac Jones as a back up for another year.

Agreed, also I can't wait for Kyle's next project(not counting rourke)

He may be a good QB

Originally posted by JMC52:

Originally posted by Kolohe:
A lot of time to trade Mac Jones. Regardless of teams signings. Even though we need the picks, honestly it would be wise to hold onto Mac Jones as a back up for another year.

Agreed, also I can't wait for Kyle's next project(not counting rourke)

Trading away that 3rd round pick for Osa, I'm betting they can make that back by trading Mac Jones. I just don't see the 9ers sitting on the sidelines during the 3rd, 5th, 6th and 7th rounds.

And I'm also curious to see who Kyle's next project or rehab QB is gonna be next? They still could sign one even with Mac Jones, a QB like Zach Wilson should come cheap.

We pretty much should hold on to Mac at this point. All it takes is a major QB injury between now and early November and a team will be willing to give up a 2nd at least.

Originally posted by Fanaticofnfl:
We pretty much should hold on to Mac at this point. All it takes is a major QB injury between now and early November and a team will be willing to give up a 2nd at least.

Yes! And picks in 27 are to be coveted.

I think he gets traded to Pittsburgh. ARod is holding that team hostage. I think they bite….not for a 2nd but maybe a 3rd and a player.

Originally posted by Fanaticofnfl:
We pretty much should hold on to Mac at this point. All it takes is a major QB injury between now and early November and a team will be willing to give up a 2nd at least.

Agreed.

Originally posted by DrEll:
I think he gets traded to Pittsburgh. ARod is holding that team hostage. I think they bite….not for a 2nd but maybe a 3rd and a player.

He's more valuable to us than a 3rd

Originally posted by 49AllTheTime:

Originally posted by DrEll:
I think he gets traded to Pittsburgh. ARod is holding that team hostage. I think they bite….not for a 2nd but maybe a 3rd and a player.

He's more valuable to us than a 3rd

If it's PIT, I'm asking for Herbig back

Originally posted by maxsmart:

Originally posted by SmokeyJoe:
I understand the argument, but to me this is us robbing ourselves of a true value advantage we've created.

Better to trade him for a #2 (or a #3 and 5) than keep him as insurance and if lucky get a comp pick for him

If purdy was durable I'd say yes.