Former 49ers quarterback John Brodie, an NFL MVP and a prolific passer, dies at 90

"As a kid, my 49ers fandom began by watching John play quarterback on television. He displayed an incredible commitment toward his teammates and his support of the organization never wavered after his playing days. "John became a dear friend of mine, and he will always be remembered as an important part of 49ers history. We express our deepest condolences to his wife, Sue, and the entire Brodie family.""

"Brodie's 17 seasons are still a 49ers franchise record, and his 31,548 yards passing rank second to Joe Montana on San Francisco's career passing list. When Brodie retired after the 1973 season, he trailed only Johnny Unitas and Fran Tarkenton on the NFL's career yards passing list. His 214 touchdown passes are third behind Montana and Steve Young in team history."

"Brodie played for the 49ers from 1957-73 after breaking every major passing record at Stanford. He was also a standout golfer and later played on what is now the PGA Tour Champions and won the 1991 Security Pacific Senior Classic. Brodie was also a broadcaster, serving as a football and golf analyst for NBC. He called the Super Bowl in January 1979."

John Brodie, 90, died Friday; he had suffered a stroke on Oct. 24, 2000. He played quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers from 1957 to 1973, a franchise-record 17 seasons. He passed for 31,548 yards, ranking second in team history behind Joe Montana, and his 214 touchdown passes rank third behind Montana and Steve Young. When he retired in 1973 he trailed only Johnny Unitas and Fran Tarkenton on the NFL career passing list. Brodie won the NFL MVP in 1970 after passing for 2,941 yards and 24 touchdowns. He also won the 1991 Security Pacific Senior Classic and worked as an NBC football and golf analyst, calling the Super Bowl in January 1979.

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