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San Francisco 49ers

Founding Year

The San Francisco 49ers were established in 1946 as a charter member of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC).1)

NFL Entry

The 49ers joined the NFL in 1949 after the AAFC merged with the league.2)

Team Name Origin

The name “49ers” is a nod to the California Gold Rush of 1849.3)

First NFL Team in the West

They were the first major professional sports team based on the West Coast.4)

Candlestick Park

The team played at Candlestick Park from 1971 to 2013, one of the most iconic venues in NFL history.5)

Levi's Stadium

The 49ers moved to Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, in 2014.6)

First Super Bowl Appearance

Their first Super Bowl win was in 1981, defeating the Cincinnati Bengals.7)

Five Super Bowl Titles

The team has won five Super Bowls (1981, 1984, 1988, 1989, 1994), tied for third-most in NFL history.8)

Super Bowl Streak

They went undefeated in their first five Super Bowl appearances.9)

Joe Montana

Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana led the team to four Super Bowl victories.10)

Bill Walsh

Legendary head coach Bill Walsh introduced the West Coast Offense, revolutionizing football strategy.11)

The Catch

Dwight Clark's iconic game-winning touchdown in the 1981 NFC Championship is simply known as “The Catch.”12)

Steve Young

Steve Young, who replaced Montana, won two MVP awards and led the team to a Super Bowl win in 1994.13)

Jerry Rice

Widely regarded as the greatest wide receiver in NFL history, Jerry Rice spent most of his career with the 49ers.14)

Dynasty Era

The 49ers dominated the NFL during the 1980s and early 1990s, appearing in 10 consecutive playoff seasons from 1983 to 1992.15)

Super Bowl XXIV

The team holds the record for the largest Super Bowl victory margin, defeating the Broncos 55-10 in 1990.16)

Frank Gore

Legendary running back Frank Gore is the franchise’s all-time leading rusher.17)

Innovative Owners

Founders Tony and Vic Morabito were pioneers in integrating the NFL and promoting West Coast football.18)

Hall of Famers

The team boasts 16 Hall of Fame players and contributors, including Ronnie Lott, Charles Haley, and Fred Dean.19)

49ers Cheerleaders

The team’s cheerleading squad, the Gold Rush, debuted in 1983.20)

Historic Rivalries

Their fiercest rivals include the Dallas Cowboys, Green Bay Packers, and Seattle Seahawks.21)

49ers in Pop Culture

The team has been referenced in films like “The Pursuit of Happyness” and TV shows like “Full House.”22)

First African American QB in NFL Playoffs

Quarterback Charlie Johnson broke barriers in the 49ers’ 1960 playoff game.23)

Gold Rush Legacy

Fans are known as the “Faithful,” reflecting their loyalty.24)

DeBartolo Era

Under owner Eddie DeBartolo Jr., the 49ers became one of the NFL’s most successful franchises.25)

First MVP

The first 49ers player to win an NFL MVP was Joe Montana in 1989.26)

Black Uniforms

The 49ers introduced an alternate black jersey in 2015, sparking mixed reactions among fans.27)

Colin Kaepernick

The team’s former quarterback became a global figure for social justice activism after kneeling during the national anthem in 2016.28)

Levi’s Green Certification

Levi's Stadium is one of the most environmentally sustainable stadiums in the NFL, achieving LEED Gold certification.29)

Longest Tenured Player

Kicker Joe Nedney played 15 seasons for the 49ers.30)

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