Mac Jones led the San Francisco 49ers to a 23-26 victory over the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. He was named the QB1 after Brock Purdy, who had signed a five-year $265 million extension this offseason, reaggravated his toe harm throughout final week’s loss to the Jaguars.
After securing the victory, 49ers insider Grant Cohn roasted Purdy following Thursday night time’s win over the Rams. He stated that Mac Jones’ efficiency has made Purdy appear like “Mr. Irrelevant” once more. Purdy was recognized by this nickname after being the final participant drafted within the 2022 NFL draft.
“Mac Jones simply made Brock Purdy Mr. Irrelevant once more,” Cohn tweeted.
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Cohn additionally shared a video expressing his pleasure about how the 49ers emerged victorious towards the Rams. He additionally heaped reward on Mac Jones whereas evaluating him with Brock Purdy.
“This man (Mac Jones) been by means of hell, and he simply proved that he’s not solely a very good beginning quarterback, however the 49ers beginning quarterback. No offense to Brock (Purdy), however Mac Jones is simply higher. Heh has a greater arm. He throws extra anticipation, he is harder, he is smarter, he has a faster launch. He is simply higher.
“He performed like a freaking legend, like a freaking warrior. He went down, got here again in, harm his knee, did not go away, discovered a solution to win, did not flip the ball over. I imply, you gotta adore it. And now, rapidly, after getting paid $265 million Brock Purdy is Mr. Irrelevant as soon as once more, and the universe is humorous like that.”
Jones ended the night time finishing 33 of 49 passes tried. He additionally recorded 342 yards and two touchdowns passing to seal victory for the 49ers.
Mike McCarthy shares his ideas on Mac Jones doubtlessly outperforming Brock Purdy and taking up QB1 job
On Thursday’s episode of ‘The Pat McAfee Present’ Mike McCarthy got here ahead to speak about Jones forward of their recreation towards the Rams.
The ex-Cowboys coach additionally mentioned whether or not the 49ers may count on some drama within the quarterback room between Purdy and the rising backup.
“The quarterback room, I am certain could be very shut,” McCarthy stated. “I’ve by no means been in one which is not. I do not that drama is one thing that is actually handled within the room. And whether it is, then you definately most likely obtained to have a look at the issues which have led as much as that time limit. It is a part of the sport.”
“The truth that they will have the ability to keep proper in rhythm with how they wish to play conceptually, how they wish to play towards the Rams, which as we all know, the Rams protection is an enormous problem. Personally, I would not be eager about that (drama) in any respect. And I am certain Brock helps Mac prepare for the sport.”
The 49ers subsequent tackle the Bucs on Oct. 12 at Raymond James Stadium. Will they proceed with Jones because the QB1, or will Brock Purdy make a comeback subsequent week?
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