The former New England Patriots starting quarterback is set to learn under San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan, who’s generally regarded as one of the best offensive minds in the league. Talking to reporters Wednesday, Jones sure sounded excited to work within Shanahan’s coaching style.

Mac Jones is happy finally to be with coach Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers even if it came four years after many expected. Jones was linked to San Francisco leading into the 2021 draft but was passed over and ended up in New England.

On the surface, it seems strange that Mac Jones would sign with the 49ers. They had the chance to draft him in 2021 and took Trey Lance instead. And they just gave Brock Purdy a five-year, $265 million contract.