March 13 (UPI) -- The San Francisco 49ers agreed to a two-year, $7 million contract with free agent quarterback Mac Jones. Sources told NFL Network, ESPN and The Athletic about the agreement Wednesday. The pact has a maximum value of $11.5 million. Jones is expected to play a backup role to 49ers starter Brock Purdy.

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Jacksonville native and former Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Mac Jones has found a new home. Jones agreed to terms with the San Francisco 49ers on a two-year, $7 million deal according to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport. Jones spent last season with his hometown team after being traded from the New England Patriots in the offseason.