The 49ers had the ball for only 18 ½ minutes Sunday. It's an apt analogy for Mac Jones, whose time as San Francisco's starting quarterback is growing short.

Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans is a former 49ers defensive coordinator under Kyle Shanahan, so San Francisco knows how difficult of a challenge it will be against Houston. Jones went into further detail about the Texans, highlighting their linebackers in particular.

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

Mac Jones has been a massive addition to the San Francisco 49ers this offseason. The team is 4-1 when he starts this season, and his play is a big reason why the team is winning. At the same time, the 49ers may be playing to his strengths and getting the most from him.

With Brock Purdy continuing to miss time for the 49ers due to injury, Mac Jones has a great opportunity to maximize his earnings.

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

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.

Talking to NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco, San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan shared what Mac Jones has to do for the 49ers to win vs. Texans.

Kickoff from NRG Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET, and the Texans are 1.5-point favorites, according to the latest 49ers vs. Texans odds. The over/under for total points scored is 42. Before you make any Texans vs. 49ers picks, make sure to check out what the SportsLine Projection Model has to say.