Mac Jones reaction: Former Alabama QB sharp again in 2nd preseason game

Mac Jones turned in another strong performance in his second NFL preseason game. Cam Newton got the start for the New England Patriots against the Philadelphia Eagles with Jones coming in off the bench.

Jones went 13-of-19 for 146 yards a touchdown. Three of those incompletions were drops.

Mac Jones on a frozen rope 🚀
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— PFF (@PFF) August 20, 2021

Heck of a deep throw by Mac Jones. Harry can’t quite bring it in and he’s also injured on the play. (Via @BenBrownPL) pic.twitter.com/aKFYpzVZ5f

— Pats Buzz (@PatsBuzz) August 20, 2021

On Twitter, fans and media members were impressed by another strong showing from Jones. Here’s a small sample of what media members and fans had to say about the rookie QB’s second preseason game:

Mac Jones has been sharp too. Patriots have to be happy with their quarterback play tonight, even if it’s with the caveat that Philly sat some key guys.

— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) August 20, 2021

Mac Jones looks a lot better than some of his fiercest critics were claiming at draft time.

It's just preseason, but it's hard to not be impressed so far.

— Sam Monson (@PFF_Sam) August 20, 2021

One day I will interview Mac Jones and he will say I’m so thankful the 49ers didn’t draft me! If you’re watching this game! It’s just a Match Period

— Marcus Spears (@mspears96) August 20, 2021

I have three drops (Harry, Ross and Asiasi), but Mac Jones is 13/19 for 146 yards and a 91.1 quarterback rating tonight.

— Mark Daniels (@ByMarkDaniels) August 20, 2021

Mac Jones has been poised, dealt with pressure, made a couple beauty throws.

What happens week 1 is up to Belichick, but the future looks bright

— Ray Rauth (@dpn_ray) August 20, 2021

@MacJones_10 was absolutely impressive tonight, can't wait to see him again on the field #GoPats pic.twitter.com/rzJsSdZQoE

— Ana Lia (@Talrain79) August 20, 2021

Mac Jones had another strong showing tonight. #Patriots

— Kenneth Jørgensen (@PatsFanKenneth) August 20, 2021

I’m sorry, but Mac Jones looks better than most quarterbacks I’ve seen in the league for the past decade

— Elijah Anderson (@FettuccineWeeni) August 20, 2021

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