Overview

• During Prime Video’s Thursday Night Football, Al Michaels told viewers that Jones had “eaten about 11 bananas” as cameras showed him snacking late in the game.
• Jones disputed the number at his postgame podium, estimating he ate three bananas and calling the broadcast claim incorrect.
• The clip and remark spread widely on social media, leading reporters to ask Jones about his sideline nutrition after the game.
• Playing through cramping and a lingering knee issue, Jones led an overtime win against the Rams with 342 passing yards and two touchdowns.
• He remains San Francisco’s starter with Brock Purdy recovering from turf toe, and recent reports put his three-start totals at 905 yards, six touchdowns and one interception.