Sources: 49ers not planning to trade QB Jones

Feb 8, 2026, 04:56 PM ETOpen Extended Reactions

Despite continued speculation, the San Francisco 49ers have no plans to trade quarterback Mac Jones this offseason and fully intend to bring him back as Brock Purdy‘s backup, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Sunday.

Jones is under contract with the 49ers for the 2026 season after signing a two-year contract in free agency last year.

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Stepping in for Purdy in eight games this season, Jones kept the 49ers in the playoff mix as they went 5-3 in games he started. He posted a 62.9 QBR (ninth in

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