Mac Jones is an American football quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars. He played college football at Alabama, setting NCAA season records for passer rating and completion percentage in 2021 while winning the National Championship. The New England Patriots drafted him in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft.
1971: Jim Plunkett Sets Franchise Rookie Record
Jim Plunkett established a franchise rookie record for touchdown passes in 1971, demonstrating his potential as a young quarterback.
1974: Bills Achieve a Remarkable Feat
In 1974, the Buffalo Bills achieved a notable feat by winning a game with only a few passes attempted, demonstrating their adaptability in challenging conditions.
1991: NFL Rookie Completion Record
In 1991, an unnamed NFL rookie set a completion record.
1993: Bledsoe Starts as Rookie Quarterback
Drew Bledsoe was the last rookie quarterback to start a season opener for the Patriots, doing so back in 1993.
1993: Patriots Draft a Quarterback in the First Round
In 1993, the New England Patriots drafted Drew Bledsoe as a quarterback in the first round.
September 5, 1998: Mac Jones is Born
Mac Jones was born on September 5, 1998.
1998: Patriots Clinch a Playoff Berth
In 1998, the New England Patriots secured a playoff berth, marking a significant achievement for the team.
2015: Leads Bolles School to State Regional Final
In his junior year of high school in 2015, Mac Jones led The Bolles School to the state regional final.
2015: Tom Brady Ties Franchise Record
Tom Brady tied a franchise record for consecutive completions in 2015, showcasing his prowess as a quarterback.
2016: Leads Bolles School to Florida 4A Title
As a senior in 2016, Mac Jones led The Bolles School to the Florida 4A title, showcasing his skills as a quarterback.
2017: Redshirted Freshman Year and DUI Charge
Mac Jones redshirted his freshman year at the University of Alabama in 2017. During this time, he was charged with driving under the influence (DUI) and received a suspension. He was later named A-Day MVP following a strong performance in the Crimson Tide's spring game.
2018: Record-Setting Touchdown Pass in Win Against Louisiana
During the 2018 season, Mac Jones primarily served as a holder on special teams for the Alabama Crimson Tide. However, he achieved a notable feat with a 94-yard touchdown pass against Louisiana, securing his place in the Alabama record book.
2019: Steps in as Starting Quarterback After Tagovailoa's Injury
In 2019, Mac Jones took over as Alabama's starting quarterback when Tua Tagovailoa suffered a season-ending injury. He led the team to victories over Arkansas and Western Carolina but experienced a loss against Auburn in the Iron Bowl. He ended the season with a strong performance in the Citrus Bowl, leading Alabama to a win against Michigan.
2019: Relationship with Sophie Scott
Since 2019, Mac Jones has been in a relationship with Sophie Scott, whom he met at the University of Alabama.
2020: Rose Bowl Victory
In the 2020 Rose Bowl semifinal, Mac Jones threw for four touchdowns, leading Alabama to a decisive victory over Notre Dame, paving the way for their National Championship run.
2020: Takes Over as Starting Quarterback
With Tua Tagovailoa entering the NFL draft, Mac Jones became Alabama's starting quarterback in 2020. He led the team to an undefeated regular season, including impressive performances in wins over Georgia, Mississippi State, Auburn, and LSU. In the SEC Championship game, Jones threw for over 400 yards and 5 touchdowns, leading Alabama to victory over Florida.
July 6, 2021: Drafted by the New England Patriots and Signs Rookie Contract
Mac Jones, considered a top quarterback prospect in the 2021 NFL Draft, was selected 15th overall by the New England Patriots. This marked the first time the Patriots had drafted a quarterback in the first round since Drew Bledsoe in 1993. On July 6, 2021, Jones signed his rookie contract.
August 2021: Endorsement Deal with NoBull
In August 2021, Mac Jones signed an endorsement deal with NoBull, a Boston-based athletic footwear and apparel company.
2021: Post-Season Accolades
Following his successful rookie season in 2021, Mac Jones received several accolades. These included being named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team, finishing second in Offensive Rookie of the Year voting, and being selected as a Pro Bowl alternate.
2021: Rookie Season Performance
In 2021, Mac Jones had an impressive rookie season, leading all rookie quarterbacks with 3,801 passing yards, 22 touchdowns, and a 67.6 completion percentage. He was the only rookie quarterback to lead a team to a winning record and playoff appearance.
2021: National Championship Victory and Awards
In 2021, Mac Jones led Alabama to victory in the College Football Playoff National Championship game, defeating Ohio State with an impressive five touchdown passes. He earned several awards, including the Davey O'Brien, Johnny Unitas Golden Arm, and Manning Awards, and finished third in the Heisman Trophy voting. He also achieved academic recognition with a 4.00 GPA and the Academic All-American of the Year honor. After the season, Jones declared for the NFL draft.
2021: College Football Playoff National Championship Victory and NCAA Records
In 2021, Mac Jones led the Alabama Crimson Tide to win the College Football Playoff National Championship. During the season, he set NCAA season records for passer rating and completion percentage.
2021: Named Patriots' Starting Quarterback
Mac Jones was named the New England Patriots' starting quarterback for the 2021 NFL season, beating out incumbent Cam Newton, who was released. This made Jones the first rookie quarterback to start a season opener for the Patriots since Drew Bledsoe in 1993.
2022: NFL Top 100 Ranking
In 2022, Mac Jones was ranked 85th on the NFL Top 100 Players list, a ranking based on votes from his fellow players.
2022: Challenging Start to the Season
Mac Jones faced difficulties in the beginning of the 2022 season with a new offense and coaching staff. He threw five interceptions to two touchdowns in the first three games and suffered an ankle injury during a Week 3 loss.
2022: Season Performance Regression
Mac Jones' performance regressed in the 2022 season, finishing with 2,997 passing yards, 14 passing touchdowns, and 11 interceptions, a noticeable decline from his rookie year.
2023: Loss of Starting Position and Trade to Jaguars
In 2023, after two challenging seasons, Mac Jones lost his starting position with the New England Patriots and was subsequently traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
2023: New Offensive Playcalling
The 2023 season saw another change in offensive playcalling for Mac Jones with the return of Bill O'Brien as offensive coordinator.
March 14, 2024: Trade to Jacksonville Jaguars
On March 14, 2024, Mac Jones was traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars for a 2024 sixth-round pick. The Jaguars declined his fifth-year option, making him a free agent after the 2024 season.