Mac Jones, San Francisco 49ers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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Not long after nearly losing a fumble on a sack, Mac Jones finally unravels for the 49ers, tossing a deep pick to Jamel Dean that just might seal a home victory for Tampa Bay, which is getting heroic stuff from its own gunslinger in Baker Mayfield:
Each Jets loss gets them closer to Justin Fields' replacement. And, hey, Brock Purdy doesn't have to worry about a QB batter, right?
The 49ers have made a few bad quarterback decisions in recent years. In March, they made a very good one. When it was time to sign a new backup quarterback, they persuaded Mac Jones to commit for two years,
Jauan Jennings, WR, SF (ankle) is a game-time decision. He missed Week 5 with the injury. Kendrick Bourne had a big game last week when called upon with Jennings and Ricky Pearsall both out.
Despite his questionable status due to injuries, the former Alabama All-American went all the way at quarterback on Sunday.
Kindle Vildor picked Jones on a pass intended for Kendrick Bourne, and the defensive back returned it 13 yards on the San Francisco 12. Bourne blamed himself for the interception for not adjusting his route as Jones expected. Two Rachaad White runs later, the Bucs had a 7-0 lead. The Bucs punted on their first drive.
Mac Jones has revealed his real name amid his comeback campaign with the San Francisco 49ers, and you won't believe it.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones fires pass to tight end Jake Tonges for a 16-yard gain against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.