Mac Jones has started seven games for the San Francisco 49ers this season, when asked why he agreed to a two-year deal, Jones made it clear that his decision wasn’t just about money or length. “It was what was presented to me, and I wanted to get back to having fun playing football,” he said. “I wanted to get around a good organization that believes in its players. The future will take care of itself.”
After the 49ers’ recent game against the Rams, head coach Kyle Shanahan backed his quarterback despite the loss. “Definitely gave us a chance to win,” Shanahan said, emphasizing the leadership and confidence Jones has brought to the team.
Teammates like Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle echoed that praise. “He’s made a Pro Bowl and is a hell of a quarterback,” said McCaffrey. Kittle added, “I did not think he’d be this good. He’s awesome. One hell of a football player. 33 of 39 or whatever the statistic was, that’s a hell of a football game.”
How much money has Jones earned in the NFL so far?
Jones has been earning in the NFL since 2021, playing for three different teams. He has accumulated a total of $19.33 million in career earnings so far, a figure that will rise to $23.9 million by the end of the 2026 season when the 49ers pay his final salary of $4.6 million.
The team with which Jones has earned the most money is the Patriots, totaling $12.8 million. The 49ers now hold the second spot, and he earned the least money during his short stint with the Jaguars in 2024, receiving only $2.78 million.
In comparison to Brock Purdy’s salary of $1 million plus an $8 million signing bonus, Jones has turned out to be a relatively inexpensive quarterback. He is listed as a backup but is currently playing as if he were a starter on a rookie-level salary. If he continues to have a strong season, the 49ers are likely to offer him a better deal for the future.