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San Francisco 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers are an NFL team in the San Francisco Bay Area that competes in the NFC West division. The team started in the All-America Football Conference and moved to the NFL in 1949 when the leagues merged. The 49ers nickname comes from the prospectors who flocked to California in the 1849 Gold Rush.

Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, Ronnie Lott, and Steve Young are among the notable former players enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

The 49ers are one of the most decorated franchises in the NFL as they have multiple Super Bowl wins. The division rival Los Angeles Rams, Seattle Seahawks, and Arizona Cardinals are fierce rivals, as are the Dallas Cowboys.

First season: 1946

Head coach: Kyle Shanahan

Stadium: Levi’s Stadium

Number of Super Bowl titles: 5

Colors: Red and gold

Mascot: Sourdough Sam

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George Kittle of the San Francisco 49ers runs in motion against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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George Kittle Doesn’t Mince Words When Summing Up 49ers Loss to the Eagles

George Kittle and the San Francisco 49ers were dealt a tough hand Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles.

by Mike Thomas

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Eagles Tainted NFC Championship Victory Doesn’t Matter in the Super Bowl

The Philadelphia Eagles cruised to an NFC Championship Game win thanks to 49ers injuries at quarterback, but that won't matter in the Super Bowl.

by Tim Crean

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How Many Times Have the San Francisco 49ers Played in the Super Bowl?

A look at how many times the San Francisco 49ers have played in the Super Bowl.

by Luke Norris

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Kyle Shanahan Salary: 49ers Coach Should Get a Raise This Offseason

Here is a look at the current Kyle Shanahan salary and how his success with the 49ers has grown the Kyle Shanahan coaching tree

by Tim Crean

Kyle Shanahan, Christian McCaffrey, Mike Shanahan, Ed McCaffrey, 49ers

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Kyle Shanahan Wasn’t Allowed to Babysit for Christian McCaffrey as a Kid Because He Wasn’t ‘the Responsible One’

The Kyle Shanahan-Christian McCaffrey relationship started long before the 49ers because of their dads, Mike Shanahan and Ed McCaffrey.

by Tim Crean

Brock Purdy attempts a pass against the Cowboys.

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Brock Purdy: Has a Rookie QB Ever Made it to the Super Bowl?

Brock Purdy could become the first rookie quarterback to reach the Super Bowl.

by Jack Dougherty

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Eagles Have 2 Secret Weapons to Stop Brock Purdy Hidden Deep on Their Coaching Staff

In the Eagles-49ers NFC Championship Game, Eagles coach Nick Siriani has two coaches on staff uniquely equipped to stop Brock Purdy.

by Tim Crean

Brock Purdy during a 49ers-Cowboys matchup in January 2023

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49ers vs. Eagles: Why Brock Purdy’s Cinderella Story Could Come to a Painful End in Philadelphia

Brock Purdy could be in for a rude awakening when the San Francisco 49ers take on the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship.

by Stephen Sheehan

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Why Are the San Francisco 49ers Called the 49ers?

Where did the San Francisco 49ers' nickname come from?

by Jack Dougherty

Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates.

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Brock Purdy’s Hot With the 49ers, but He’s Scorching in the Sports Card Market

One of Brock Purdy's rookie cards recently sold for $22,500, which is roughly $3,200 for each of his career victories.

by Mike Thomas

Vernon Davis looks on before a Maryland game.

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Vernon Davis Would Rather See the 49ers Stick With Brock Purdy Than Go After Tom Brady

Vernon Davis wants to see the 49ers stick with Brock Purdy even if Tom Brady is available.

by Jack Dougherty

Bruce Willis and Vernon Davis pose for a photo.

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Vernon Davis Was a 2-Time Pro Bowler in the NFL, Now He’s Following His True Passion in Hollywood

Vernon Davis might be more famous for his acting than his football career in a few years.

by Jack Dougherty

Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers scrambles.

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Brock Purdy’s Personal QB Coach, Dan Manucci, Unfazed By 49ers Rookie’s Success: ‘I’ve Seen It Since High School’

Brock Purdy's poise and success as a rookie quarterback in the NFL hasn't surprised everyone.

by Mike Thomas

Jamal Anderson of the Atlanta Falcons runs during the NFC Championship game against the Minnesota Vikings.

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What’s the Greatest NFC Championship Game Ever? We Give You 5 To Choose From

The Atlanta Falcons at Minnesota Vikings NFC Championship Game in 1999 has to go down as one of the best ever.

by Mike Thomas

Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers passes during an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Dallas Cowboys.

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Saved By Brock Purdy, the 49ers Overcame Rock Bottom 3 Weeks Into the Season

Rookie quarterback Brock Purdy has helped the San Francisco 49ers overcome rock bottom.

by Mike Thomas

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Jalen Hurts vs. Brock Purdy: The NFC Championship Game Won’t Be the First Time These 2 QBs Face Off

Jalen Hurts and Brock Purdy played an entertaining shootout in college.

by Jack Dougherty

Brock Purdy, San Francisco 49ers, Nick Saban, Alabama

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Brock Purdy Overcame Nick Saban’s Massive Disrespect

Alabama coach Nick Saban disrespected 49ers signal-caller Brock Purdy in high school, and now the QB is making the coach look bad.

by Tim Crean

Roger Craig of the San Francisco 49ers makes a run during a National Football League game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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San Francisco 49ers RB Roger Craig Heads List of Former Stars Who Belong in the Hall of Fame

Former San Francisco 49ers running back Roger Craig should be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

by Mike Thomas

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How Many Times Have the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers Played in the NFL Playoffs?

A look at the NFL playoff history between the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers.

by Luke Norris

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49ers Could Trade the Trey Lance Contract While it Still has Value

Trey Lance might be out as the starting QB of the 49ers, which means the team may trade the Trey Lance contract while it still has value.

by Tim Crean