49ers Legend John Brodie Passes Away at 90
The San Francisco 49ers organization has announced the passing of their iconic franchise icon, John Brodie, who was just 90 years old. A two-time Pro Bowl selection and NFL MVP winner in 1970, Brodie left an indelible mark on the franchise's history.
Brodie's remarkable career with the 49ers spanned over a decade, from 1957 to 1973, where he earned his place as one of the greatest quarterbacks in franchise history. During his playing days, Brodie consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, and his commitment to his teammates was unwavering.
In addition to his impressive football career, Brodie also ventured into broadcasting after retiring from the sport. However, a stroke in 2000 left him unable to continue his broadcasting career.
Brodie's incredible legacy is still felt today, as the team continues to honor his memory with retired jersey number 12. The 49ers organization has expressed their deepest condolences to Brodie's wife, Sue, and the entire Brodie family.
Many former teammates and colleagues of Brodie have spoken highly of him in recent years, including Jerry Mertens, a cornerback for the 49ers from 1958 to 1965. "He was a great guy, a super competitor," Mertens said. "I don't care what it was — football, cards, golf — he loved all things competitive."
In addition to his football career, Brodie also pursued a passion for professional golf, competing on the Senior PGA Tour from 1985 to 1998.
As news of Brodie's passing spreads throughout the sports world, fans and former teammates alike are taking time to reflect on the lasting impact he had on the San Francisco 49ers organization.
The San Francisco 49ers organization has announced the passing of their iconic franchise icon, John Brodie, who was just 90 years old. A two-time Pro Bowl selection and NFL MVP winner in 1970, Brodie left an indelible mark on the franchise's history.
Brodie's remarkable career with the 49ers spanned over a decade, from 1957 to 1973, where he earned his place as one of the greatest quarterbacks in franchise history. During his playing days, Brodie consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, and his commitment to his teammates was unwavering.
In addition to his impressive football career, Brodie also ventured into broadcasting after retiring from the sport. However, a stroke in 2000 left him unable to continue his broadcasting career.
Brodie's incredible legacy is still felt today, as the team continues to honor his memory with retired jersey number 12. The 49ers organization has expressed their deepest condolences to Brodie's wife, Sue, and the entire Brodie family.
Many former teammates and colleagues of Brodie have spoken highly of him in recent years, including Jerry Mertens, a cornerback for the 49ers from 1958 to 1965. "He was a great guy, a super competitor," Mertens said. "I don't care what it was — football, cards, golf — he loved all things competitive."
In addition to his football career, Brodie also pursued a passion for professional golf, competing on the Senior PGA Tour from 1985 to 1998.
As news of Brodie's passing spreads throughout the sports world, fans and former teammates alike are taking time to reflect on the lasting impact he had on the San Francisco 49ers organization.
. i love how they retired jersey #12 in his honor, it's so cool to see teams showing respect to their former players 
. and can u believe he had another passion besides football? professional golf! brodie was like a true athlete, always pushing himself to be the best 
. r.i.p john brodie 
I'm not surprised that it took them this long to mention that Brodie was a two-time Pro Bowl selection 
... I mean, come on, it's basic info! Anyway, back to his legacy... while 12 is definitely a great number for him, I think they should've retired the whole 'quarterback' jersey slot instead. I mean, he was basically the face of the franchise for decades 
. And yeah, the guy loved competition - who didn't? But seriously, have you seen that interview with Jerry Mertens? "He loved all things competitive" is so... bland 
. How about some color?
...he was like a legend in our city for so long and his legacy is still felt today 
...I remember watching him play as a kid and my dad would always talk about how amazing he was on the field 
...but at the same time I'm so grateful to have grown up in a city with such iconic figures like brodie and joe montana 
...they're gonna be deeply missed but their memory will live on through us 
i mean, two time pro bowl selection and nfl mvp winner in 1970? thats some impressive credentials 
guess all those years of golf and cards didnt slow him down either 
condolences to his wife sue and the brodie family from everyone at 49ers nation 
...brodie's life was full of passion & dedication, football, broadcasting, golf...it's crazy to think one person could excel in so many areas 
...but at the same time, that's what makes his story special - he didn't just do one thing, he pursued multiple passions with heart 
...i guess that's something we can all learn from, finding our own balance & pursuing our own dreams 
Just saw that John Brodie passed away at 90 
Man, we're losing so much good people these days... John Brodie's passing is a reminder that our time on this earth is limited 
. We gotta cherish every moment with our loved ones and make the most of our time 
. His legacy will live on through his family, friends, and fans who knew him - let's take a page from his book and be more supportive of each other during tough times 
. And remember, it's not about us being perfect, but about being there for those around us 
️ his leadership skills were top notch and it's no surprise why the 49ers organization is still honoring his legacy today 
it's inspiring to see how he stayed active and competitive even after retirement
. dont know how many ppl still think of him as an nfl icon but his legacy lives on thru the team 
. Even though his football career is over, it sounds like he left a mark on a lot of people's lives 
. u cant put a price on a guy who loved competition that much 
. time to remember the man behind the gridiron legend 
