Tag: 1984 san francisco 49ers

  • Why are the 49ers called the 49ers?

    Morabito owned the new All-America Football Conference franchise with his partners in the Lumber Terminals of San Francisco – Allen E. Sorrell and E.J. Turre – and his younger brother, Victor. Sorrell suggested the team be named “49ers” after the voyagers who had rushed the…

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  • Why are the 49ers wearing 74?

    The 49ers will wear a decal on their helmets Sunday night to honor Hall of Famer Fred Dean, who died this week of complications related to the coronavirus. The team said in a statement Sunday afternoon that the players’ helmets would carry a circular “74”…

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  • Did Marino go to a Super Bowl?

    Marino played in one Super Bowl (XIX) and the Dolphins lost to the 49ers in 1985. No quarterback has completed more passes in a career than Marino, who retired following the 1999 season with 4,967 completions. … Marino ranks second in yards gained (61,361) and…

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  • Who played for the 49ers in 1985?

    1985 San Francisco 49ers Roster # Player GS 76 Dwaine Board 16 95 Michael Carter 9 6 Matt Cavanaugh 1 87 Dwight Clark 14 Also, Who played for the 49ers in 1989? Starters Pos Player Summary of Player Stats Offensive Starters QB Joe Montana *+…

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