History of Mac Jones in Timeline
Michael "Mac" Jones is a professional football quarterback currently playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL. He achieved significant success in college at the University of Alabama, setting NCAA records for passer rating and completion percentage and leading the Crimson Tide to a national championship in 2021. Jones was drafted by the New England Patriots in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft before joining the Jaguars.
1971: Breaks Rookie TD Record From 1971
After Week 17, Jones threw his 20th touchdown pass, breaking Jim Plunkett's franchise rookie record from 1971.
1974: Fewest Passes for Winning Team Since 1974
Due to heavy wind conditions against the Buffalo Bills, Mac Jones attempted only three passes, the second-fewest by a winning team since the Bills in 1974.
1991: Most Completions For Rookie Since 1991
During a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Jones had 19 consecutive completions, the most for an NFL rookie since 1991.
1993: Drew Bledsoe Drafted
In 1993, Drew Bledsoe was drafted, and he was the last quarterback drafted by the Patriots in the first round before Mac Jones.
1993: Last Rookie Quarterback Start
In 1993, Drew Bledsoe was the last rookie quarterback to start a season opener for the Patriots before Mac Jones in 2021.
September 5, 1998: Mac Jones's Birth
On September 5, 1998, Michael McCorkle "Mac" Jones was born.
1998: First Postseason Berth Since 1998
After a Week 17 rout of the Jaguars, Jones became the first Patriots quarterback other than Brady to clinch a postseason berth since 1998.
2015: Tying Brady Record
During a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Jones had 19 consecutive completions, tying the franchise record set by Tom Brady in 2015.
2015: Bolles Reaches State Regional Final
In 2015, during his junior year, Mac Jones led Bolles High School to the state regional final.
2016: Bolles Wins Florida 4A Title
In 2016, as a senior, Mac Jones led Bolles High School to the Florida 4A title, throwing for 1,532 yards and 29 touchdowns.
2017: Joins Alabama and DUI Arrest
In 2017, Mac Jones accepted a scholarship to play for the University of Alabama. He was later charged with driving under the influence (DUI) and suspended for a game.
2018: 94-yard Touchdown Pass
In 2018, Mac Jones appeared in 14 games for Alabama and threw a 94-yard touchdown pass to Jaylen Waddle against Louisiana.
2019: Starting Quarterback for Alabama
In 2019, Mac Jones became the starting quarterback for Alabama after Tua Tagovailoa's injury, starting four games and leading the team to a Citrus Bowl victory.
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: Starting Quarterback at Alabama
In 2020, Mac Jones became the starting quarterback for Alabama, leading the team to an undefeated season and winning the SEC Championship.
2020: Academic All-American of the Year
In 2020, Mac Jones received Academic All-American of the Year honors from the College Sports Information Directors of America.
July 6, 2021: Signs Rookie Contract with Patriots
On July 6, 2021, Mac Jones signed a four-year, $15.6 million rookie contract with the New England Patriots.
August 2021: Endorsement Deal With NoBull
In August 2021, Mac Jones signed an endorsement deal with NoBull.
2021: Wins National Championship
In 2021, Mac Jones and Alabama won the College Football Playoff National Championship against Ohio State. Jones also announced he would enter the 2021 NFL draft.
2021: Highest Rookie Quarterback Stats
In 2021, Mac Jones had the highest passing yards, touchdowns, and completion percentage among rookie quarterbacks and led his team to a playoff appearance.
2021: Named Patriots' Starting Quarterback
In 2021, Mac Jones was named the Patriots' starting quarterback, beating out Cam Newton.
2021: Named to All-Rookie Team
In 2021, Mac Jones was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team and finished second in Offensive Rookie of the Year voting.
2021: Mac Jones wins National Championship and Gets Drafted
In 2021, Mac Jones won the College Football Playoff National Championship with Alabama. He was later drafted by the New England Patriots in the first round of the 2021 NFL draft.
2022: Regression in Stats
In 2022, Mac Jones experienced a regression in his stats compared to his rookie season.
2022: Ankle Injury
In 2022, Mac Jones suffered an ankle injury during a game against the Baltimore Ravens.
2022: Selected to the 2022 Pro Bowl
In 2022, Mac Jones was selected as an alternate to the Pro Bowl.
2023: Mac Jones Loses Starting Position
In 2023, Mac Jones struggled, leading to him losing his starting position.
2023: New Season, New Playcalling
The 2023 season saw Mac Jones with another change in offensive playcalling as Bill O'Brien returned to the Patriots.
March 14, 2024: Traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars
On March 14, 2024, Mac Jones was traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
