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NFL·TRANSACTION·July 9, 2026 08:34 AM ET

Quarterback injury elsewhere could prompt 49ers to trade Mac Jones

A sudden vacancy could trigger a deal.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 91 min read
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What happened: The San Francisco 49ers could trade quarterback Mac Jones if a significant injury strikes another team's starter, per Yahoo Sports. An emergency vacancy elsewhere in the league represents the primary scenario for his departure.

Why it matters: San Francisco holds the quarterback as a depth piece, leaving him with limited opportunities to start. Moving him to a desperate team would allow the franchise to capitalize on external demand.

What to watch: Front offices will monitor quarterback health across the league as the offseason continues. Any major injury could rapidly accelerate trade discussions.

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