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Why Nick Saban isn't surprised Mac Jones is succeeding with Patriots as a rookie

Mac Jones has been the best rookie quarterback in the NFL this season.

The former University of Alabama star has completed 68 percent of his passes for 2,135 yards with 10 touchdowns and seven interceptions through nine games for the New England Patriots.

Jones was labeled by many draft experts as the most pro-ready quarterback in his class, and that has been proven right so far.

"It's not surprising to me that Mac is doing well," Alabama head coach Nick Saban said Sunday on ESPN's "Sunday NFL Countdown" show.