QB Mac Jones Humble After 49ers' Victory: “I Don’t Feel Worthy of the MVP Title, Because the Real MVP Is Him”
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QB Mac Jones Humble After 49ers' Victory: “I Don’t Feel Worthy of the MVP Title, Because the Real MVP Is Him”
September 22, 2025 – Santa Clara, California
The San Francisco 49ers secured a thrilling 16-15 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in Week 3 of the NFL, improving their record to 3-0 and continuing to lead the NFC West. In this game, quarterback Mac Jones was voted the MVP for his clutch performance: throwing a touchdown to Kyle Juszczyk, completing a 34-yard pass to Ricky Pearsall on a critical 4th down, and leading the final drive to set up the game-winning kick.
However, in the post-game press conference, Jones surprisingly expressed humility, stating that the MVP title should rightfully belong to kicker Eddy Pineiro – the player who made all three field goals, including a 35-yard “walk-off” kick at the final second to secure the win for the 49ers.
“Honestly, I don’t think I deserve the MVP today. The person who truly carried this victory is Eddy Pineiro. He kept us in the game with his precise kicks and then sealed it all with that amazing kick at the last second. Without Eddy, we wouldn’t have had this joy,” Jones shared.
Pineiro, dubbed the “unsung hero,” went 3/3 on field goals in the game, showcasing stability and composure in the highest-pressure moments. The final drive, led by Jones himself, only became a victory thanks to Pineiro’s ice-cold kick, which sent Levi’s Stadium into a frenzy.
Jones continued:
“I did my job, but Eddy was the one who decided the game. MVP isn’t just about passes or runs; sometimes it’s about the golden leg that knows how to lead the team to victory. For me, Eddy is the real MVP.”
Mac Jones’ humility further endeared him to the Faithful fanbase, while also giving due recognition to the often-overlooked value of a kicker. In a game where every point mattered, Jones’ praise for Pineiro is a clear testament to the teamwork and unity driving the 49ers’ strong push through the 2025 season.
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