Matt Maiocco

In this revised edition of Tales from the San Francisco 49ers Sideline, Roger Craig capture some of the moments that defined the organization Included are stories about all of the men who shaped NFL history, including Bill Walsh, Joe Montana, Steve Young, Ronnie Lott, Jerry Rice, Jim Harbaugh, and more. The San Francisco 49ers shaped the NFL throughout the 1980s with their unique blend of precision, panache, and preparation. Three decades later, NFL teams are still copying the system and the methods that made the 49ers unlike any other organization in professional sports. Now fans of this dynamic franchise will relive all the action and thrills of 49ers football through the eyes of one of the greatest San Francisco legends of all time: Roger Craig. Star of three of the 49ers Super Bowl wins, Roger Craig was one of the most productive players in franchise history. The first player in NFL history to top 1,000 yards rushing and receiving in the same season, he used his knee-churning, eyes-wide-open style to earn four trips to the Pro Bowl and score a Super Bowl–record three touchdowns in one game. Fans will relive all the great moments and read some never-before-told stories from a man who kept his eyes open to everything during his fascinating career.

49er fans can revisited great moments and great games through profiles of 49 former players, ranging from colorful Visco Grgich, an original member of the organization, to Steve Young, the Hall of Fame quarterback. San Francisco football fans have so much history, and so many games to remember, these thrills will give them hours of pleasure. Here are story about: Joe Perry Hugh McElhenny Y. A. Tittle Bob St. Clair Bernie Casey John Brodie Ken Willard Joe Montana Russ Francis Roger Craig Renaldo Nehemiah Ronnie Lott Jerry Rice And more! What has become of these players since their glory days? Many achieved their greatest accomplishments once they left the football field behind. Catch up with all your favorite players!