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Basic info
Established	June 4, 1944; 81 years ago (1944-06-04)
Colors	Red, gold, white
Mascot	Sourdough Sam
Personnel
Owner(s)	York family (majority)
Chairman	Denise DeBartolo York John York (co-chairs)
CEO	Jed York
President	Al Guido
General manager	John Lynch
Head coach	Kyle Shanahan
Nicknames
Niners
Team history
San Francisco 49ers (1946–present)
Home fields
Kezar Stadium (1946–1970) Candlestick Park (1971–2013) Levi's Stadium (2014–present) Temporary stadiums 1989 due to the Loma Prieta earthquake: Stanford Stadium (one game) 2020 due to restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area: State Farm Stadium (three games)
League / conference affiliations
All-America Football Conference (1946–1949) Western Division (1946–1948) National Football League (1950–present) National Conference (1950–1952) Western Conference (1953–1969) Coastal Division (1967–1969) National Football Conference (1970–present) NFC West (1970–present)
Championships
League championships: 5 Super Bowl championships: 5 1981 (XVI), 1984 (XIX), 1988 (XXIII), 1989 (XXIV), 1994 (XXIX)
Conference championships: 8 NFC: 1981, 1984, 1988, 1989, 1994, 2012, 2019, 2023
Division championships: 22 NFC West: 1970, 1971, 1972, 1981, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1997, 2002, 2011, 2012, 2019, 2022, 2023
Playoff appearances (30)
AAFC: 1949 NFL: 1957, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1981, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2002, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023
Owner(s)
Tony Morabito (1944–1957) Morabito estate (1957–1977) Edward J. DeBartolo Jr. (1977–2000) John and Denise DeBartolo York (2000–present)

The San Francisco 49ers, also known as the Niners, are a professional American football team. They play in the National Football League (NFL) as part of the National Football Conference (NFC) West division. Their home games are at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, which is about 38 miles southeast of San Francisco. The team's name comes from the gold prospectors who came to Northern California during the California Gold Rush in 1849.

The 49ers started in 1946 as a founding member of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC). They joined the NFL in 1949 when the two leagues merged. The 49ers were the first major pro sports team in San Francisco. They are the 10th oldest team in the NFL. The team first played at Kezar Stadium in San Francisco. Later, they moved to Candlestick Park in 1971 and then to Levi's Stadium in 2014. Since 1988, the 49ers' main offices have been in Santa Clara.

The 49ers won five Super Bowl championships between 1981 and 1994. Four of these wins happened in the 1980s. Famous players like Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, Ronnie Lott, and Steve Young helped lead the team. Coaches Bill Walsh and George Seifert also played a big part. The 49ers have won their division 22 times, making them one of the most successful teams in NFL history. They hold the NFL record for most playoff wins with 38. They have been in the playoffs 30 times. The team has also set many NFL records, like winning 18 away games in a row. They also scored the most points in a single postseason (131).

Team History: From the Start to Today

The San Francisco 49ers have a long and exciting history. They started as one of the first major pro sports teams on the West Coast.

Early Years: The Morabito Family Era (1946–1976)

The 49ers began in 1946 as part of the new All-America Football Conference (AAFC). They were one of the first "big four" sports teams in the Western United States. In 1950, they joined the NFL.

Playing at Kezar Stadium (1946–1970)

In 1957, the 49ers started to have more success in the NFL. During a game against the Chicago Bears, the team's owner, Tony Morabito, sadly passed away. The 49ers players learned about his death at halftime. They then scored 14 points to win the game, 21–17.

In the 1950s, the 49ers were famous for their "Million Dollar Backfield." This group included four future Hall of Fame players: quarterback Y. A. Tittle and running backs John Henry Johnson, Hugh McElhenny, and Joe Perry. They were the only full-house backfield to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

The 49ers were the first NFL team to use the "shotgun formation" in 1960. This play was created by coach Red Hickey. It allowed the quarterback more time to throw the ball. In 1961, the 49ers started strong with this new play. Even though other teams learned to defend it, the shotgun formation is still used in football today.

Dick Nolan's Coaching Years (1968–1975)

In 1968, Dick Nolan became the 49ers' head coach. In 1970, the 49ers had a great season, winning their first division title. They beat the Minnesota Vikings in the playoffs. Then, they played the Dallas Cowboys for the NFC Championship. The 49ers lost a close game, 17–10. After the 1970 season, the 49ers moved from Kezar Stadium to Candlestick Park. This new stadium was more modern and easier for fans to reach.

The 49ers won their division again in 1971 and 1972. They were the only team to win their first three division titles after the 1970 AFL–NFL merger. In 1972, they faced the Dallas Cowboys again in the playoffs. The 49ers had a big lead, but the Cowboys made an amazing comeback to win 30–28. This was a tough loss and their last playoff game for nine years.

The team had some tougher seasons after that. In 1976, they had a strong running game with Delvin Williams and Wilbur Jackson. They started 6–1, but then lost several games and missed the playoffs.

The DeBartolo Era: A Dynasty Begins (1977–1999)

In 1977, Edward J. DeBartolo Jr. bought the 49ers. This began a new chapter for the team.

Bill Walsh and the West Coast Offense (1979–1988)

Bill Walsh became the 49ers' head coach in 1979. He was known for his smart strategies and for picking great players in the draft. Walsh is famous for making the "West Coast offense" popular. This offense uses short, accurate passes to move the ball down the field.

In the 1979 draft, the 49ers picked Joe Montana, a quarterback from Notre Dame. Montana was known for leading amazing comebacks in college. Many scouts didn't think he would be a top pro player, but Walsh saw his potential. The 49ers also drafted wide receiver Dwight Clark that year.

The team struggled in Walsh's first two seasons. However, in 1980, Montana led a huge comeback against the New Orleans Saints. The 49ers were down 35–7 at halftime but won 38–35 in overtime. This game showed Montana's talent and helped him become the full-time starting quarterback.

Super Bowl XVI Champions (1981)

In 1981, the 49ers improved their defense by adding new players like Ronnie Lott and Fred Dean. This made the team strong on both offense and defense. They finished the season with a 13–3 record. In the NFC Championship game, they faced the Dallas Cowboys again. With less than a minute left, Montana threw a pass to Dwight Clark, who made a famous leaping catch in the end zone. This play, known as "The Catch", gave the 49ers the win.

The 49ers then went to their first Super Bowl XVI against the Cincinnati Bengals. They won 26–21, completing an incredible turnaround from a losing team to Super Bowl champions! Joe Montana was named the Super Bowl MVP.

The 1982 season was shorter due to a player strike. The 49ers finished with a 3–6 record. In 1983, they bounced back, winning their division again with a 10–6 record. They beat the Detroit Lions in the playoffs. However, they lost a close NFC Championship game to the Washington Redskins.

Super Bowl XIX Champions (1984)

The 1984 season was one of the best in team history. The 49ers finished the regular season with an amazing 15–1 record. This set a new NFL record for most regular-season wins. In the playoffs, they beat the New York Giants and shut out the Chicago Bears. In Super Bowl XIX, they defeated the Miami Dolphins 38–16. Their entire group of defensive backs (Ronnie Lott, Eric Wright, Dwight Hicks, and Carlton Williamson) were all chosen for the Pro Bowl, which was an NFL first.

In 1985, the 49ers drafted Jerry Rice, who would become one of the greatest wide receivers ever. That year, Roger Craig became the first NFL player to gain 1,000 yards rushing and 1,000 yards receiving in the same season. The 49ers made the playoffs but lost to the New York Giants.

In 1986, Joe Montana had a back injury that kept him out for two months. But he came back strong, and the 49ers won their division. Jerry Rice had an amazing year with 1,570 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns. However, they lost to the New York Giants again in the playoffs.

To prepare for the future, the 49ers traded for quarterback Steve Young in 1987. That season, the 49ers had the best record in the league at 13–2. Joe Montana had a great year, and Jerry Rice set an NFL record with 22 touchdowns in just 12 games. Despite their strong season, they lost in the playoffs to the Minnesota Vikings.

Super Bowl XXIII Champions (1988)

The 1988 season started with some challenges, as Montana dealt with an elbow injury. The team was 6–5 at one point. But after a team meeting, they came together and finished strong. They beat the Minnesota Vikings in the playoffs. Then, in the NFC Championship, they defeated the Chicago Bears 28–3 in very cold weather.

In Super Bowl XXIII, the 49ers played the Cincinnati Bengals. The game was tied 13–13 late in the fourth quarter. With just over three minutes left, Joe Montana led an incredible 92-yard drive. He threw the winning touchdown pass to John Taylor with only 34 seconds left. The 49ers won 20–16, earning their third Super Bowl championship. Jerry Rice was named the Super Bowl MVP.

George Seifert Takes Over (1989–1996)

After Super Bowl XXIII, Bill Walsh retired. His defensive coordinator, George Seifert, became the new head coach.

Super Bowl XXIV Champions (1989)

In the 1989 season, Joe Montana had an amazing year, throwing for 3,521 yards and 26 touchdowns. His quarterback rating was the highest in NFL history at the time. Jerry Rice continued to be a top receiver. The 49ers finished with a 14–2 record. They easily won their playoff games against the Vikings and Rams.

In Super Bowl XXIV, the 49ers crushed the Denver Broncos 55–10. This set records for most points scored and largest winning margin in a Super Bowl. Montana won his third Super Bowl MVP award. The 49ers became the only team to win back-to-back Super Bowls with different head coaches. This 1989 team is often called one of the most dominant teams ever.

In 1990, the 49ers started 10–0 and finished 14–2. They were aiming for a third straight Super Bowl win. They beat the Washington Redskins in the playoffs. But in the NFC Championship game, they lost to the New York Giants 15–13. Joe Montana was injured in the game, and a late fumble by Roger Craig sealed their fate.

Joe Montana missed most of the next two seasons due to an elbow injury. In 1991, Steve Young also got injured. The team struggled at first but finished with a 10–6 record. They just missed the playoffs. In 1992, Montana returned for one game. The 49ers finished 14–2 and made the playoffs. They beat the Washington Redskins but lost to the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Championship.

After the 1992 season, Joe Montana was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs. This made Steve Young the full-time starting quarterback. In 1993, the 49ers finished 10–6. They beat the New York Giants in the playoffs but lost to the Dallas Cowboys again in the NFC Championship.

Super Bowl XXIX Champions (1994)

In 1994, the team added many star players like Deion Sanders. They had a tough start to the season, including a big loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. After that game, Steve Young was seen shouting at coach George Seifert. But the team rallied, winning 10 games in a row. They beat the Dallas Cowboys during this streak. The 49ers finished 13–3 and had home-field advantage in the playoffs.

They easily beat the Chicago Bears. Then, they faced the Dallas Cowboys for the third straight NFC Championship. The 49ers started strong, leading 21–0 in the first quarter. They won 38–28, earning their fifth Super Bowl appearance.

In Super Bowl XXIX, the 49ers dominated the San Diego Chargers 49–26. Steve Young threw a record-setting 6 touchdown passes and was named the game's MVP. This win made the 49ers the first team to win five Super Bowls. Their five Super Bowl wins in 14 seasons showed they were one of the greatest teams in NFL history.

The 49ers continued to be strong, making the playoffs in 1995 and 1996. Both times, they were eliminated by the Green Bay Packers. In 1997, Steve Mariucci became the new head coach. The team had a great season, finishing 13–3, despite injuries to Steve Young and Jerry Rice. They reached the NFC Championship again but lost to the Green Bay Packers.

In 1998, Jerry Rice returned from injury. Steve Young had his best season, throwing for 4,170 yards and 36 touchdowns. The 49ers finished 12–4 and made the playoffs. They finally beat the Green Bay Packers in a dramatic game, with a game-winning touchdown pass to Terrell Owens. This play is known as "The Catch II". However, they lost to the Atlanta Falcons in the next round.

The York Family Era (2000–Present)

In 2000, the York family took over ownership of the team. The 1999 season was tough. Quarterback Steve Young suffered a serious injury that led to his retirement. Without him, the team had its first losing season since 1980.

In 2000, Jeff Garcia became the starting quarterback. He had a great year, throwing for over 4,200 yards and 31 touchdowns. Terrell Owens became the team's top receiver. However, the team finished 6–10. In 2001, the 49ers improved, finishing 12–4 and making the playoffs. Garrison Hearst made an amazing comeback after a severe ankle injury. They lost to the Green Bay Packers in the playoffs.

In 2002, the NFL changed its divisions. The 49ers won the NFC West for the first time since 1997. They finished 10–6. In the playoffs, they had a huge comeback against the New York Giants. They were down 38–14 but won 39–38. This was the second-biggest comeback in NFL playoff history. They then lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After the season, coach Steve Mariucci was fired.

Dennis Erickson became the new coach in 2003. The team struggled with injuries and finished 7–9. In 2004, they had a very bad season, finishing 2–14. This was their worst record since 1979. Erickson was fired.

In 2005, Mike Nolan became the head coach. The 49ers drafted quarterback Alex Smith with the first pick. His rookie season was difficult. In 2006, the team improved to 7–9, led by running back Frank Gore, who set a team record with 1,695 rushing yards.

In 2007, the 49ers drafted linebacker Patrick Willis, who became a star. Coach Bill Walsh passed away that year. The team struggled with injuries, especially to Alex Smith, and finished 5–11. In 2008, Mike Nolan was fired after a 2–5 start. Mike Singletary became the interim head coach. He was known for his passionate speeches. The team finished 7–9 under Singletary.

In 2009, the 49ers drafted wide receiver Michael Crabtree. The team finished 8–8, their first non-losing season since 2002. Alex Smith regained his starting quarterback job. Tight end Vernon Davis had a breakout year with 13 touchdowns. In 2010, the team had a disappointing 6–10 season, and Mike Singletary was fired.

Jim Harbaugh's Impact (2011–2014)

In 2011, Jim Harbaugh became the new head coach. The 49ers also drafted defensive end Aldon Smith and quarterback Colin Kaepernick. Despite low expectations, Harbaugh's first season was a huge success. The team started 9–1, and their defense became very strong. Alex Smith improved greatly. The 49ers won their division and finished 13–3, making the playoffs for the first time in nine years.

In the playoffs, they beat the New Orleans Saints in a thrilling game, with a touchdown pass to Vernon Davis in the final seconds. They reached the NFC Championship but lost to the New York Giants in overtime.

In 2012, the 49ers were expected to go far. Alex Smith suffered a concussion, and Colin Kaepernick took over as starting quarterback. Kaepernick led the team to the playoffs. He set a record for rushing yards by a quarterback in the playoffs. The 49ers beat the Green Bay Packers and Atlanta Falcons, advancing to Super Bowl XLVII. They lost a close game to the Baltimore Ravens, coached by Jim Harbaugh's brother, John.

In 2013, the 49ers finished 12–4 and made the playoffs as a wildcard team. They beat the Green Bay Packers and Carolina Panthers. They reached their third straight NFC Championship game but lost to the Seattle Seahawks. In 2014, the team had an 8–8 record and missed the playoffs. Jim Harbaugh and the 49ers decided to part ways.

Stadium Changes

The 49ers decided to build a new stadium in Santa Clara, California. This new stadium, Levi's Stadium, opened in 2014. It is a modern venue that hosts many events. The team kept the name "San Francisco 49ers" even though their home stadium is now in Santa Clara.

Recent Years (2015–Present)

Jim Tomsula became head coach in 2015. The team struggled, finishing 5–11, and Tomsula was fired. In 2016, Chip Kelly was hired, but the team had a franchise-record 13-game losing streak and finished 2–14. Kelly was also fired.

In 2017, John Lynch became general manager and Kyle Shanahan became head coach. The team started with nine losses. They traded for quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, who led them to win their last five games. In 2018, Garoppolo was injured, and the team finished 4–12.

The 49ers had a fantastic 2019 season, starting 8–0. They won their division and earned the top seed in the NFC playoffs. They dominated the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers, reaching Super Bowl LIV. They led the Kansas City Chiefs late in the game but lost 31–20.

In 2020, the team had a 6–10 record due to many injuries. In 2021, they finished 10–7 and made the playoffs. They beat the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers in close games. They reached the NFC Championship but lost to the Los Angeles Rams.

In 2022, the 49ers started 3–4 but finished 13–4, winning their division. Quarterback Trey Lance was injured early, and Jimmy Garoppolo took over. When Garoppolo was also injured, rookie quarterback Brock Purdy stepped in. Purdy became a star, winning all his starts. The 49ers beat the Seattle Seahawks and Dallas Cowboys in the playoffs. However, in the NFC Championship, both Purdy and another backup quarterback were injured, and they lost to the Philadelphia Eagles.

In 2023, Brock Purdy became the main quarterback. The team started with a five-game winning streak. They won their division and clinched the top seed in the NFC. In the playoffs, they beat the Green Bay Packers in a close game. In the NFC Championship, they made a big comeback against the Detroit Lions, winning 34–31. This sent them to Super Bowl LVIII, a rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. The 49ers lost a very close game in overtime, 25–22.

Championship Wins

Super Bowl Victories

The 49ers have won five Super Bowls, which ties them for the most wins among NFC teams. Bill Walsh led the team to their first three Super Bowl titles. After Walsh retired, George Seifert continued the success, winning two more Super Bowls.

Year	Head coach	Super Bowl	Location	Opponent	Score	Record	Ref
1981	Bill Walsh	XVI	Pontiac Silverdome (Pontiac, MI)	Cincinnati Bengals	26–21	16–3
1984		XIX	Stanford Stadium (Stanford, CA)	Miami Dolphins	38–16	18–1
1988		XXIII	Joe Robbie Stadium (Miami)	Cincinnati Bengals	20–16	13–6
1989	George Seifert	XXIV	Louisiana Superdome (New Orleans)	Denver Broncos	55–10	17–2
1994		XXIX	Joe Robbie Stadium (Miami)	San Diego Chargers	49–26	16–3
Total Super Bowls won: 5

NFC Championship Wins

The 49ers have won the NFC Championship eight times, earning them a spot in the Super Bowl.

Year	Head coach	Location	Opponent	Score	Record	Ref.
1981	Bill Walsh	Candlestick Park (San Francisco)	Dallas Cowboys	28–27	16–3
1984			Chicago Bears	23–0	18–1
1988		Soldier Field (Chicago)	Chicago Bears	28–3	13–6
1989	George Seifert	Candlestick Park (San Francisco)	Los Angeles Rams	30–3	17–2
1994			Dallas Cowboys	38–28	16–3
2012	Jim Harbaugh	Georgia Dome (Atlanta)	Atlanta Falcons	28–24	13–5–1
2019	Kyle Shanahan	Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara)	Green Bay Packers	37–20	15–4
2023			Detroit Lions	34–31	14–5
Total NFC championships won: 8

Team Look: Logos and Uniforms

The 49ers have a classic look, but their logos and uniforms have changed over the years.

Team Logo

The first 49ers logo showed a gold miner from the 1849 California Gold Rush. He was jumping and firing pistols. Since 1962, the main logo has been the "SF" inside a red oval. It has had small updates over time, like adding black and gold outlines.

Team Uniforms

The 49ers wear red and gold home uniforms and white, red, and gold road uniforms. Their colors have changed slightly over the years, from dark red to scarlet and then to a deeper cardinal red. They have also worn different helmet and pant designs.

In 1994, for the NFL's 75th anniversary, the 49ers wore "throwback uniforms" that looked like their 1955 outfits. In 1996, they changed to a deeper cardinal red and added black shadows to their numbers. In 2009, they updated their classic design with angled sleeve stripes.

In 2015, the 49ers introduced black alternate uniforms with red numbers. In 2018, they brought back an all-white alternate uniform that looked like their 1994 style. In 2021, they added a red version of the 1994 throwback uniforms for home games. In 2022, they updated their uniforms again with a "saloon font" and a three-stripe jersey.

Team Culture

Cheerleaders

The 49ers' official cheerleading squad is called the Gold Rush. It started in the early 1980s with 14 dancers.

Mascot

The 49ers' official mascot is Sourdough Sam. He wears jersey number 49.

Fans

49ers fans are known for their strong loyalty to the team. They are often called the 49er Faithful or Niner Gang. A popular chant among fans is "Bang! Bang! Niner Gang!"

Team Rivalries

The 49ers have some exciting rivalries with other NFL teams.

Divisional Rivals

Los Angeles Rams

The rivalry between the Los Angeles Rams and the 49ers is one of the greatest in NFL history. They have played each other twice every season for many years. The 49ers lead the all-time regular season series. The rivalry became even more intense when the Rams moved back to Los Angeles in 2016. They have met twice in the NFC Championship Game. The 49ers won in 1990, and the Rams won in 2022.

Seattle Seahawks

The rivalry with the Seattle Seahawks grew strong in the 2010s. This happened after both teams were placed in the same division in 2002. The rivalry became even more intense when Jim Harbaugh became the 49ers coach and Pete Carroll was the Seahawks coach, as they had a history from college football. The Seahawks currently lead the all-time series.

Arizona Cardinals

The 49ers and Cardinals became division rivals in 2002. While the 49ers won many games against them early on, the Cardinals later had a long winning streak. The 49ers currently lead the series. They have not yet met in the playoffs.

Conference Rivals

Green Bay Packers

The rivalry with the Green Bay Packers started in the mid-1990s when the Packers beat the 49ers in the playoffs. The Packers won several more playoff games against the 49ers. However, the 49ers finally got revenge in 1998 with a dramatic game-winning touchdown pass to Terrell Owens, known as "The Catch II". The 49ers have won the last five playoff meetings against the Packers.

Dallas Cowboys

The rivalry between the Dallas Cowboys and the 49ers has been strong since the 1970s. They have played nine times in the playoffs. The Cowboys won the first three playoff meetings in the early 1970s. The 1981 NFC Championship game, where Joe Montana threw "The Catch", is one of the most famous games ever. The rivalry was very intense in the 1990s when both teams were winning Super Bowls. The 49ers lead the all-time series.

New York Giants

The New York Giants have played the 49ers eight times in the playoffs. The series is tied with four wins for each team. In five of these games, the winning team went on to win the Super Bowl. This rivalry grew in the 1980s. The 49ers won the first two playoff games. The Giants won the next three, including a game in 1990 that stopped the 49ers from winning three Super Bowls in a row. The 49ers had a huge comeback win against the Giants in 2002. The Giants won again in the 2011 NFC Championship.

Historic Rivals

Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons were also division rivals with the 49ers until 2002. The 49ers usually won against the Falcons when they were in the same division. They met in the 1998 playoffs, where the 49ers lost after Garrison Hearst suffered a serious injury. They met again in the 2012 NFC Championship, where the 49ers won. The 49ers lead the all-time series.

Oakland Raiders

The Oakland Raiders were the 49ers' local rivals when they were in Oakland. Games between them were called the "Battle of the Bay." The rivalry was always heated. The NFL stopped all future preseason games between them after fights broke out in 2011. The 49ers won the last "Battle of the Bay" regular season game in 2018. The Raiders moved to Las Vegas in 2020, ending the geographic rivalry.

Season Records

This is a list of the 49ers' most recent seasons. For all their season results, see List of San Francisco 49ers seasons.

Super Bowl champions†

Conference champions*

Division champions^

Wild Card berth#

One-game playoff berth+

As of April 8,  2024 (2024 -04-08)^[update]

Season	Team	League	Conference	Division	Regular season				Postseason results	Awards
					Finish	Wins	Losses	Ties
2019	2019	NFL	NFC*	West^	1st^	13	3	0	Won Divisional Playoffs (Vikings) 27–10 Won NFC Championship (Packers) 37–20 Lost Super Bowl LIV (vs. Chiefs) 31–20	Nick Bosa (DROY)
2020	2020	NFL	NFC	West	4th	6	10	0	–	–
2021	2021	NFL	NFC	West	3rd#	10	7	0	Won Wild Card Round (at Cowboys) 23–17 Won NFC Divisional playoffs (at Packers) 13–10 Lost NFC Championship (at Rams) 17–20	–
2022	2022	NFL	NFC	West^	1st^	13	4	0	Won Wild Card Round (Seattle) 23–41 Won NFC Divisional playoffs (Cowboys) 12–19 Lost NFC Championship (at Philadelphia) 7–31	Nick Bosa (DPOY)
2023	2023	NFL	NFC*	West^	1st^	12	5	0	Won Divisional Playoffs (Packers) 24–21 Won NFC Championship (Lions) 34–31 Lost Super Bowl LVIII (vs. Chiefs) 25–22 (OT)	Christian McCaffrey (OPOY)

Home Stadiums

• Kezar Stadium (1946–1970)
• Candlestick Park (1971–2013)
  • Stanford Stadium (1989 for one game due to the Loma Prieta earthquake)
• Levi's Stadium (2014–present)
  • State Farm Stadium (2020 for three games due to restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area)

Current Roster

San Francisco 49ers roster
Quarterbacks 10 Jimmy Garoppolo 17 Josh Johnson 13 Brock Purdy Running backs 32 Tyrion Davis-Price 44 Kyle Juszczyk FB 24 Jordan Mason 23 Christian McCaffrey Wide receivers 11 Brandon Aiyuk  6 Danny Gray 15 Jauan Jennings  3 Ray-Ray McCloud 19 Deebo Samuel Tight ends 82 Ross Dwelley 85 George Kittle 81 Tyler Kroft 89 Charlie Woerner		Offensive linemen 65 Aaron Banks G 64 Jake Brendel C 60 Daniel Brunskill C 74 Spencer Burford G 69 Mike McGlinchey T 68 Colton McKivitz T 76 Jaylon Moore T 71 Trent Williams T 63 Nick Zakelj G Defensive linemen 91 Arik Armstead DE 97 Nick Bosa DE 56 Samson Ebukam DE 90 Kevin Givens DT 92 Kerry Hyder DE 95 Drake Jackson DE 99 Javon Kinlaw DT 96 T. Y. McGill DT 94 Charles Omenihu DE 55 Akeem Spence DT 75 Jordan Willis DE		Linebackers 51 Azeez Al-Shaair OLB 48 Oren Burks MLB 45 Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles OLB 57 Dre Greenlaw OLB 54 Fred Warner MLB Defensive backs 31 Tashaun Gipson FS 29 Talanoa Hufanga SS 38 Deommodore Lenoir CB 33 Tarvarius Moore SS 30 George Odum SS 20 Ambry Thomas CB  7 Charvarius Ward CB  1 Jimmie Ward FS 26 Samuel Womack CB Special teams  9 Robbie Gould K 46 Taybor Pepper LS 18 Mitch Wishnowsky P				Reserve lists 93 Kalia Davis DT (NF-Inj.) -- Maurice Hurst Jr. DT (IR)  5 Trey Lance QB (IR) 88 Jordan Matthews TE (IR) 25 Elijah Mitchell RB (IR)  4 Emmanuel Moseley CB (IR) 98 Hassan Ridgeway DT (IR)  2 Jason Verrett CB (IR) Rookies in italics Roster updated December 28, 2022 Depth Chart • Transactions 53 Active, 8 Inactive, 16 Practice Squad → AFC rosters → NFC rosters
AFC East BUF MIA NE NYJ North BAL CIN CLE PIT South HOU IND JAX TEN West DEN KC LV LAC NFC East DAL NYG PHI WAS North CHI DET GB MIN South ATL CAR NO TB West ARI LAR SF SEA

Famous Players and Coaches

Pro Football Hall of Famers

Many 49ers players and coaches have been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

San Francisco 49ers in the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Players
No.	Name	Inducted	Position(s)	Tenure
8	Young, SteveSteve Young	2005	QB	1987–1999
14	Tittle, Y.A.Y. A. Tittle	1971	QB	1951–1960
16	Montana, JoeJoe Montana	2000	QB	1979–1992
21	Sanders, DeionDeion Sanders	2011	CB	1994
22	Hayes, BobBob Hayes	2009	WR	1975
26	Woodson, RodRod Woodson	2009	S / CB	1997
32	Simpson, O. J.O. J. Simpson	1985	RB	1978–1979
34	Perry, JoeJoe Perry	1969	RB	1948–1960, 1963
35	Johnson, John HenryJohn Henry Johnson	1987	FB	1954–1956
37	Johnson, JimmyJimmy Johnson	1994	CB / WR	1961–1976
39	McElhenny, HughHugh McElhenny	1970	RB	1952–1960
42	Lott, RonnieRonnie Lott	2000	S / CB	1981–1990
52	Willis, PatrickPatrick Willis	2024	LB	2007–2014
56	Doleman, ChrisChris Doleman	2012	DE	1996–1998
57	Jackson, RickeyRickey Jackson	2010	DE	1994–1995
64	Wilcox, DaveDave Wilcox	2000	LB	1964–1974
71	Allen, LarryLarry Allen	2013	G	2006–2007
73	Nomellini, LeoLeo Nomellini	1969	DT / OT	1949–1963
74	Dean, FredFred Dean	2008	DE	1981–1985
79	St. Clair, BobBob St. Clair	1990	OT	1953–1963
80	Rice, JerryJerry Rice	2010	WR	1985–2000
81	Owens, TerrellTerrell Owens	2018	WR	1996–2003
84	Moss, RandyRandy Moss	2018	WR	2012
88	Bruce, IsaacIsaac Bruce	2020	WR	2008–2009
91	Greene, KevinKevin Greene	2016	DE / LB	1997
95	Dent, RichardRichard Dent	2011	DE	1994
94 95	Haley, CharlesCharles Haley	2015	DE / LB	1986–1991 1998–1999
97	Young, BryantBryant Young	2022	DT	1994–2007
Coaches and Contributors
Name		Inducted	Position(s)	Tenure
DeBartolo Jr., EdwardEdward J. DeBartolo Jr.		2016	Owner	1977–2000
Walsh, BillBill Walsh		1993	Head coach	1979–1988 (Head) 1999–2001 (VP and GM) 2002–2004 (Consultant)
Gil Brandt		2019	Executive	1958–1959

Retired Jersey Numbers

The 49ers have retired several jersey numbers to honor their greatest players. This means no other player on the team can wear that number.

San Francisco 49ers retired numbers
No.	Player	Position	Tenure	Retired
8	Steve Young	QB	1987–1999	October 5, 2008
12	John Brodie*	QB	1957–1973	1973
16	Joe Montana	QB	1979–1992	December 15, 1997
34	Joe Perry	FB	1948–1960, 1963	1971
37	Jimmy Johnson	CB / WR	1961–1976	1977
39	Hugh McElhenny	RB	1952–1960	1971
42	Ronnie Lott	S / CB	1981–1990	November 17, 2003
70	Charlie Krueger	DT	1959–1973	1974
73	Leo Nomellini	DT / OT	1950–1963	1971
79	Bob St. Clair	OT	1953–1963	December 2, 2001
80	Jerry Rice	WR	1985–2000	September 20, 2010
87	Dwight Clark	WR	1979–1987	1988

^* During his time with the 49ers from 2006 to 2007, quarterback Trent Dilfer, a friend of Brodie, wore No. 12 with Brodie's permission.

49ers Hall of Fame

The Edward J. DeBartolo Sr. 49ers Hall of Fame honors the team's greatest players and contributors.

Elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame

49ers Hall of Fame
Year	No.	Name	Position(s)	Tenure
2009	8	Steve Young	QB	1987–1999
	12	John Brodie	QB	1957–1973
	14	Y. A. Tittle	QB	1951–1960
	16	Joe Montana	QB	1979–1992
	34	Joe Perry	RB	1948–1960, 1963
	35	John Henry Johnson	RB	1954–1956
	37	Jimmy Johnson	CB	1961–1976
	39	Hugh McElhenny	RB	1952–1960
	42	Ronnie Lott	CB	1981–1990
	64	Dave Wilcox	LB	1964–1974
	70	Charlie Krueger	DT	1959–1973
	73	Leo Nomellini	DT / OT	1950–1963
	74	Fred Dean	DE	1981–1985
	79	Bob St. Clair	OT	1953–1963
	87	Dwight Clark	WR	1979–1987
	–	Edward DeBartolo Jr.	Owner	1978–2000
	–	Bill Walsh	Coach	1979–1988
2010	80	Jerry Rice	WR	1985–2000
	–	Tony Morabito	Founder	1946–1957
	–	Vic Morabito	Owner	1946–1964
2011	27	R.C. Owens	WR	1957–1961
	33	Roger Craig	RB	1983–1990
2012	82	Gordon Soltau	WR	1949–1958
2013	–	John McVay	Executive	1980–1995 1998–1999
2014	–	George Seifert	DB coach Defensive coordinator Head coach	1980–1982 1983–1988 1989–1996
2015	94/95	Charles Haley	OLB	1986–1991 1998–1999
2017	44	Tom Rathman	FB RB coach	1986–1993 1997–2002, 2009–2016
2019	81	Terrell Owens	WR	1996–2003
2020	97	Bryant Young	DT	1994–2007
2021	82	John Taylor	WR / KR	1987–1995
	52	Patrick Willis	LB	2007–2014
2024	21	Frank Gore	RB	2005–2014

Forty-Niner 10-Year Club

The 10-Year Club honors players who have played 10 or more seasons with the 49ers. It recognizes their long-term dedication and success.

Bold indicates those elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Team Records

Here are some of the all-time leaders for the San Francisco 49ers.

All-Time 49ers leaders
Leader	Player	Record Number	Years on 49ers	Refs
Passing	Joe Montana	35,124 passing yards	1979–92
Rushing	Frank Gore	11,073 rushing yards	2005–14
Receiving	Jerry Rice	19,247 receiving yards	1985–2000
Coaching wins	George Seifert	98 wins	1989–96

Current Staff

	Front office Co-chairmen – John and Denise DeBartolo York Chief executive officer – Jed York President – Al Guido Chief administrative officer and general counsel – Hanna Gordon General manager – John Lynch Assistant general manager – Adam Peters Executive vice president of football operations – Paraag Marathe Vice president and senior advisor – Keena Turner Director of player personnel – Ran Carthon Director of pro personnel – R.J. Gillen Director of college scouting – Tariq Ahmad Assistant director of college scouting – Justin Chabot Vice president of football administration – Brian Hampton Head coaches Head coach – Kyle Shanahan Assistant head coach/running backs – Anthony Lynn Offensive coaches Offensive passing game coordinator – Bobby Slowik Quarterbacks – Brian Griese Assistant quarterbacks – Klay Kubiak Wide receivers – Leonard Hankerson Tight ends – Brian Fleury Offensive line/run game coordinator – Chris Foerster Assistant offensive line – James Cregg Assistant offensive line – Joe Graves Offensive quality control – Asauni Rufus Offensive quality control – Deuce Schwartz			Defensive coaches Defensive coordinator – DeMeco Ryans Defensive line – Kris Kocurek Assistant defensive line – Darryl Tapp Linebackers – Johnny Holland Defensive pass game specialist/secondary – Cory Undlin Safeties – Daniel Bullocks Defensive assistant – Nick Sorensen Defensive quality control – Stephen Adegoke Defensive quality control – Andrew Hayes-Stoker Special teams coaches Special teams coordinator – Brian Schneider Assistant special teams – Matthew Harper Special teams quality control/game management specialist – August Mangin Support staff Assistant to the head coach – Patrick Hagedorn Chief of staff/coaching – Nick Kray Strength and conditioning Head strength and conditioning – Dustin Perry Assistant strength and conditioning – Aaron Hill Assistant strength and conditioning – Mike Nicolini Director, performance monitoring/assistant strength and conditioning – Shea Thompson → Coaching staff → Management → More NFL staffs

Team Achievements and Awards

Individual Awards

Many 49ers players and coaches have won important NFL awards.

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