Chilling Pre-Game: Mac Jones Experiences a Terrifying Moment in Marina Del Rey, Yet Powers Through to Lead 49ers Past Rams in Thrilling Fashion

San Francisco 49ers, October 6, 2025

On the morning of the matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams (Week 5 NFL 2025), quarterback Mac Jones went through a chilling moment. According to The Athletic’s reporter Dianna Russini, Jones spotted a body floating on the water while standing on the team hotel’s balcony in the Marina Del Rey area of Los Angeles.

Jones shared the terrifying incident with teammates, and just minutes later, police and investigators arrived at the scene. As the 49ers prepared to leave the hotel for SoFi Stadium, they saw police cars and forensic teams appear. The Los Angeles County police are still investigating, with no details released about the victim’s identity or cause of death.

Astonishingly, just hours later, Jones took the field and delivered a career-defining performance. He completed 33 of 49 passes, racked up 342 yards, threw 2 touchdowns, and had zero turnovers, leading the 49ers to a nail-biting 26–23 victory over the Rams.

Post-game, when asked about the morning’s incident, Jones calmly responded:
“I never thought I’d start a game day by witnessing… something like that. That scene honestly gave me goosebumps. But in football, you can’t let fear take over. I took a deep breath, stepped onto the field, and told myself: ‘You still have to play, you still have to lead this team.’
When the ball’s in my hands, everything else fades away. All I hear is the crowd and my own heartbeat. If I can stay calm in that chaos, nothing can bring me down.”

He also expressed respect for teammate Brock Purdy, who’s sidelined by injury:
“I’m just trying to stack wins for the team while he’s recovering. We all know Purdy’s a true warrior, and I want to carry that spirit forward.”

Coach Kyle Shanahan was full of praise: “He overcame every pressure and played with incredible poise. No turnovers, no panic—that’s what a team needs from its QB.”

From a haunting morning to a glorious night, Mac Jones proved he’s not only talented but possesses the steely resolve of a true leader.