Mac Jones

American football quarterback, Alabama

Mac Jones - American football quarterback, Alabama
Born

September 5th, 1998
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent American football player, attended the University of Alabama where achieved significant success. Played as a quarterback and led Alabama to a national championship title in 2020. Drafted by the New England Patriots in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft, starting in multiple games during the rookie season. Acquired recognition for athletic skill and performance in professional football.

Led Alabama to the 2020 College Football Playoff National Championship

Selected in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots

Started multiple games in the 2021 NFL season

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