Longtime San Francisco 49ers quarterback John Brodie died on Friday, the team announced. He was 90.
Brodie spent his entire 17-year career with the Niners, from 1957 to 1973. He was the third overall pick in the 1957 NFL Draft and appeared in 201 games, including 159 starts, for San Francisco. Brodie piled up 31,548 yards and 214 touchdowns.
He holds 49ers records for most seasons played, has the second-most passing yards in franchise history and third-most passing touchdowns.
San Francisco 49ers Co-Chairman, Dr. John York, released a statement on Brodie's passing.
"The 49ers family is saddened to learn of the passing of one of the franchise's all-time great players, John Brodie," York said. "As a kid, my 49ers fandom began by watching John play quarterback on television. He displayed an incredible commitment towards his teammates and his support of the organization never wavered after his playing days."
