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HISTORY49ERS HALL OF FAMEEDWARD J. DeBARTOLO SR. 49ERS HALL OF FAMEThe San Francisco 49ers are arguably one of the most fabled sports franchisesin history. With the multitude of memories that the team’s history holds, a placeto honor and capture these tremendous times and legendary figures only seemsappropriate.During the 2009 offseason, the San Francisco 49ers and the York family proudlyintroduced the creation of the Edward J. DeBartolo Sr. 49ers Hall of Fame, namedin honor of the beloved patriarch of the storied franchise. The 49ers Hall of Famewas established to recognize players, administrators and coaches who havemade exceptional contributions to the organization.A week after the creation of the new 49ers Hall of Fame, team President & CEOJed York announced the name of its inaugural inductee, his uncle, Edward J.DeBartolo Jr., known as “Mr. D” to most close to the 49ers family. He was thenofficially inducted during halftime of the team’s home opener versus the SeattleSeahawks on September 20, 2009.Being inducted into the 49ers Hall of Fame is no easy task, and the selectionprocess reflects the level of honor which it bestows. As a prerequisite for induction,all 49ers Hall of Fame candidates must have displayed one or more of thefollowing qualifications: outstanding production and performance on the field,key contributions to the team’s success, and/or the embodiment of the spirit andessence of the San Francisco 49ers.JOHN BRODIEQuarterback, 1957-7349ers Hall of Fame Inductee: 2009Holds the team record with 17 years of service.Ranks second in team history with 31,548passing yards and third with 214 touchdownpasses. Guided the 49ers to back-to-back NFCChampionship games in 1970 and 1971. Wasnamed NFL Most Valuable Player in 1970. BornAugust 14, 1935 in San Francisco, CA.A number of players and coaches have already been recognized in various waysthroughout the years for their contributions to the game of professional footballand the 49ers organization. Accordingly, the franchise has automatically enshrinedmembers of the 49ers family who have either had their jersey numbersalready retired by the organization or have been selected to the Pro Football Hallof Fame in Canton, Ohio. These players include: John Brodie, Dwight Clark, FredDean, Jimmy Johnson, John Henry Johnson, Charlie Krueger, Ronnie Lott, HughMcElhenny, Joe Montana, Leo Nomellini, Joe Perry, Bob St. Clair, Y.A. Tittle, BillWalsh, Dave Wilcox and Steve Young.During Alumni Weekend on October 11, 2009 against the Atlanta Falcons, the49ers honored the automatic enshrinement of the above players during halftimeof the game.Members of the 49ers Hall of Fame were recognized at Candlestick Park, in aspecial display highlighted by plaques designed in each inductee’s likeness.In years to come, the 49ers organization will look to enshrine at least two memberseach season. A selection committee comprised of internal and externalmembers will present ownership with an annual list of candidates. Once that listhas been approved, the 49ers are welcoming their Faithful to help select eachyear’s induction class via the team’s official website, www.49ers.com.EDWARD J. DeBARTOLO JR.Owner, 1977-200049ers Hall of Fame Inductee: 2009Widely regarded as one of the most successfulowners in the history of pro sports after takingover the 49ers in 1977. In 23 years at the helm,guided 49ers to a 22-11 postseason record and13 division titles as San Francisco became firstfranchise in NFL history to win five Super BowlChampionships (1981, ’84, ’88, ’89 and ’94).The 49ers reached the playoffs on 16 occasionsduring DeBartolo’s final 18 seasons as owner,posting a 207-72-1 regular season record.Born November 6, 1946 in Youngstown, OH.DWIGHT CLARKWide Receiver, 1979-8749ers Hall of Fame Inductee: 2009Finished with 506 receptions for 6,750 yardsand 48 touchdowns. Ranks fourth on 49ers alltimereceptions list and third in receiving yards.Two-time Pro Bowler (1981, 1982) and firstteamAll-Pro in 1982 and 1983. Born January 8,1957 in Kinston, NC.FRED DEANDefensive End, 1981-8549ers Hall of Fame Inductee: 2009Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee: 2008One of the first true pass-rushersin the game, Dean’s revolutionaryplay made an immediate impactupon joining the 49ers in a 1981mid-season trade. Went on to help 49ers winSuper Bowl XVI and Super Bowl XIX. Recorded93.5 sacks in career, including 40 sacks infive seasons with 49ers to rank 7th on team’sall-time list. Posted career-high 17.5 sacks in1983. Was a four-time Pro Bowler (1979-81,83) and All-Pro (1979-81, 83). Earned UPI’sNFC Defensive Player of the Year (1981). BornFebruary 24, 1952 in Arcadia, LA.SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS \\349JIMMY JOHNSONCornerback, 1961-7649ers Hall of Fame Inductee: 2009Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee: 1994Starter on both offense and defenseat UCLA. Began 49ers career as adefensive back, moved to offense,then stayed at DB in his third season.Intercepted 47 passes for 615 yards, including fivehis rookie year. As a receiver in 1962 he caught 34passes for 627 yards and four touchdowns. Recognizedas one of the best man-to-man defendersin NFL history. Played in five Pro Bowls and twicewon the prestigious Len Eshmont Award selectedby his teammates for inspirational play. Born March31, 1938 in Dallas, TX.JOHN HENRY JOHNSONFullback, 1954-5649ers Hall of Fame Inductee: 2009Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee: 1987Was a member of what’s been notedas the finest backfield in NFL history.The foursome known as “The MillionDollar Backfield” and “The FabulousFoursome” included three other Hall of Famers—QBY.A. Tittle and RBs Joe Perry and HughMcElhenny. Gained 6,803 yards rushing, including48 touchdowns. Also played for the Detroit Lions(1957-59), Pittsburgh Steelers (1960-65) andHouston Oilers (1966). Attended St. Mary’s Collegeand Arizona State University. Born November 24,1929 in Waterproof, LA.// MEDIA GUIDE