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.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

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.

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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.