Summary
The San Francisco 49ers played a game against the Los Angeles Rams with Mac Jones as their starting quarterback because Brock Purdy was injured. Jones led the team to a 26-23 overtime win, raising questions about whether he should continue as the starter. However, Jones expressed that he knows his role is to back up Purdy when he is healthy.
Key Facts
- Mac Jones started as quarterback for the 49ers due to Brock Purdy's injury.
- Jones completed 33 of 49 passes for 342 yards and two touchdowns in a win against the Rams.
- So far this season, Jones has thrown at least 275 yards in each start with six touchdowns and one interception.
- Kyle Shanahan, the 49ers' head coach, praised Jones' performance despite dealing with injuries.
- Brock Purdy is on a five-year contract and the team plans for him to start once healthy.
- Jones stated he is aware his main role is to back up Purdy.
- There is uncertainty about when Purdy will return from his injury.
