The New York Giants are in a tough spot after Jaxson Dart got ruled out for the rest of the regular season with a knee injury. Now, guess who’s on their radar? San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones. Yeah, you heard that right.
Giants’ QB Scramble Hits High Gear
It’s not just Jones, either. Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo, and Adam Schefter broke the news that the Giants are looking at a bunch of guys. Former 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo is an option, along with Cardinals backup Gardner Minshew, the Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy, and Justin Fields from the Chiefs. Even Brandon Allen, another ex-Niner who was with New York in training camp, is being considered. They need someone, fast.
Nagy’s History Looms Large
Here’s the kicker: Giants offensive coordinator Matt Nagy, when he coached the Bears in 2021, drafted Fields instead of Jones. Given Mac’s performance in 2025, Garafolo said Nagy might be more open to Jones now. Plus, Jameis Winston’s play on Sunday,9-for-15 for 77 yards and two sacks in tough MetLife conditions against the Titans,is going to shape their decision big time in the coming days.
The Niners’ Stance
Don’t think the Niners are just handing Jones over. GM John Lynch is holding firm, citing the 49ers’ history at QB. Brock Purdy looks like an MVP candidate right now, but remember, they needed Jones for half of last season. That’s a huge piece of insurance they might not want to lose.
The Giants are desperate, and Nagy’s past choices are center stage. Keep those eyes peeled for what happens next at quarterback.
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Originally reported by Niners Nation.
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