The San Francisco 49ers have several needs on the roster this offseason.
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The 49ers need to address the trenches on both sides of the ball. With Brandon Aiyuk not expected to return, San Francisco could use another wide receiver.
The 49ers have a surplus at the quarterback position that could aid the team’s draft plans. Backup quarterback Mac Jones is worthy of being a starter in 2026 after helping to make San Francisco a playoff team when Brock Purdy felt with injuries.
Jones threw for 2,151 yards, 13 touchdowns, and six interceptions. He went 5-3 as a starter and played in 11 games.
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On Saturday, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reported that the 49ers’ “preference” is to keep Jones for the upcoming season.
“I’m told the 49ers’ current preference is not to trade QB Mac Jones,” Russini posted on X. “Things and offers can change, but (head coach) Kyle Shanahan likes what he has in his backup.”
49ers insider Larry Krueger believes the 49ers wanted that report put out in an effort to drive up the trade price for Jones. He thinks Jones is the third-best quarterback available for teams that need a starter this offseason.
“This is simply posturing for a better offer,” Krueger posted on X. “The 49ers likely have attached a high price tag on Jones, as they should. At worst, Jones is the 3rd best QB available this offseason behind only Fernando Mendoza and Malik Willis.
“I think it’s still highly likely that Jones gets dealt, but SF wants a high price. I’d want (2) day-2 draft picks over the next 2 drafts or a solid starter and a 3rd.”
Jones would be valuable to the 49ers as a backup quarterback next season, but a trade could better help San Francisco compete for a Super Bowl.
As Russini noted, offers will change throughout the offseason. It would be hard to imagine the 49ers passing up a good offer for a quarterback that’s No. 2 on their depth chart.
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