Overview
- Pro Football Talk reports early league chatter that Minnesota could explore a trade for Mac Jones in the 2026 offseason to push or potentially replace J.J. McCarthy.
- Jones is under contract with San Francisco through 2026, so any move would require a trade rather than a free‑agent signing.
- NFL insider Albert Breer says the 49ers could plausibly net a 2026 Day 2 pick plus a conditional 2027 Day 3 pick, noting Jones’ $4.66 million 2026 salary and potential franchise‑tag flexibility add value.
- In eight starts while Brock Purdy recovered, Jones went 5–3 with 2,151 passing yards, 13 touchdowns and six interceptions, producing top‑tier efficiency metrics this season.
- Opinions differ on San Francisco’s approach, with voices like Brian Baldinger urging the 49ers to keep a reliable backup as others argue for converting his contract into draft capital, while possible suitors mentioned include the Vikings, Dolphins and Cardinals.