The redemption arc of quarterback Mac Jones was fun while it lasted, but the San Francisco 49ers need starting QB Brock Purdy to return as soon as possible.

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle and QB Mac Jones showcased flashes of playmaking during the loss to Houston, highlighted key connections, and reflected on areas to improve as the offense looks to rebound next week.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings can't hold on to a deep pass attempt from quarterback Mac Jones against the Houston Texans.

Kickoff from NRG Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET, and the Texans are 2.5-point favorites, according to the latest 49ers vs. Texans odds. The over/under for total points scored is 42. The Texans are -151 money line favorites (risk $151 to win $100),

San Francisco 49ers QB Mac Jones fired a strike to WR Kendrick Bourne, moving the chains with an 18-yard gain vs. the Texans.

His contract includes a clause that pays Jones $400,000 if San Francisco wins four games in which he plays at least 25 percent of the 49ers’ offensive snaps. Jones has taken every offensive snap in his five games.

San Francisco 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey (23) is congratulated by teammates, including San Francisco 49ers’ Colton McKivitz (68), after scoring a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025. (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Group)