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30 Legendary San Francisco 49ers Trivia Questions and Answers

By Stefanie·Updated Oct 2025·4 min read
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  1. 1What year did the San Francisco 49ers win their first Super Bowl?

  2. 2Who was the head coach of the 49ers during their dynasty in the 1980s and 1990s?

  3. 3Which quarterback led the 49ers to four Super Bowl victories?

  4. 4Who holds the record for the most career interceptions as a 49ers defender?

  5. 5In what year did the 49ers win their most recent Super Bowl?

  6. 6Which player holds the record for the most touchdowns in 49ers history?

  7. 7Who is the all-time leading rusher in 49ers history?

  8. 8Which player holds the record for the most career sacks in 49ers history?

  9. 9Who was the first African-American quarterback to start in a Super Bowl and played for the 49ers?

  10. 10Who was the first head coach of the San Francisco 49ers?

  11. 11Which 49ers player was known for "The Catch"?

  12. 12Who was the first 49ers player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?

  13. 13In what year did the 49ers move to Levi's Stadium?

  14. 14Who was the first 49ers quarterback to throw for over 4,000 yards in a single season?

  15. 15Which 49ers player was nicknamed "Hacksaw"?

  16. 16Who was the first 49ers player to win the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award?

  17. 17Which 49ers player holds the record for the most career receiving yards?

  18. 18Who was the first 49ers player to rush for over 1,000 yards in a season?

  19. 19Which 49ers head coach has the highest winning percentage in franchise history?

  20. 20Which 49ers player was the first to win the NFL MVP award?

  21. 21Who was the first player in 49ers history to have his jersey number retired?

  22. 22Which 49ers player set a franchise record with 22.5 sacks in a single season?

  23. 23Who was the first 49ers quarterback to throw for over 4,000 yards in a single season?

  24. 24Which 49ers player holds the franchise record for the longest punt return?

  25. 25Who was the first head coach to lead the 49ers to a Super Bowl victory?

  26. 26Which 49ers player was known for "The Catch II" in the 1998 NFC Wild Card game?

  27. 27Who was the first 49ers player to win the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award?

  28. 28Which 49ers player holds the franchise record for most career interceptions?

  29. 29Who was the first 49ers player to rush for over 1,000 yards in a season?

  30. 30Which 49ers player holds the franchise record for most career receiving touchdowns?

Answer Key

  1. 1. 1982The 49ers secured their first Super Bowl victory in 1982, defeating the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl XVI.
  2. 2. Bill WalshBill Walsh, known for implementing the innovative "West Coast offense," led the 49ers to three Super Bowl titles during his tenure.
  3. 3. Joe MontanaJoe Montana quarterbacked the 49ers to four Super Bowl wins in the 1980s, earning a reputation as one of the NFL's greatest quarterbacks.
  4. 4. Ronnie LottRonnie Lott, a Hall of Fame defensive back, holds the franchise record for career interceptions with the 49ers.
  5. 5. 1995The 49ers' most recent Super Bowl victory came in 1995, when they defeated the San Diego Chargers in Super Bowl XXIX.
  6. 6. Jerry RiceJerry Rice, widely regarded as the greatest wide receiver in NFL history, holds the 49ers' record for most touchdowns.
  7. 7. Frank GoreFrank Gore leads the franchise in career rushing yards, amassing over 11,000 yards during his tenure with the team.
  8. 8. Bryant YoungBryant Young, a dominant defensive lineman, holds the franchise record for career sacks with the 49ers.
  9. 9. Colin KaepernickColin Kaepernick became the first African-American quarterback to start in a Super Bowl for the 49ers during Super Bowl XLVII.
  10. 10. Buck ShawLawrence T. "Buck" Shaw served as the 49ers' inaugural head coach from 1946 to 1954.
  11. 11. Dwight ClarkDwight Clark made "The Catch," a memorable leaping touchdown reception from Joe Montana in the 1981 NFC Championship Game against the Dallas Cowboys.
  12. 12. Hugh McElhennyHugh McElhenny, a dynamic halfback, was the first 49ers player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1970.
  13. 13. 2014The 49ers relocated to Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, in 2014, after decades at Candlestick Park.
  14. 14. Jeff GarciaJeff Garcia achieved 4,278 passing yards in the 2000 season, becoming the first 49ers quarterback to surpass 4,000 yards.
  15. 15. Jack ReynoldsLinebacker Jack "Hacksaw" Reynolds played for the 49ers from 1981 to 1984, contributing to two Super Bowl victories.
  16. 16. Dana StubblefieldDana Stubblefield was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1997 for his exceptional performance.
  17. 17. Jerry RiceJerry Rice amassed 19,247 receiving yards during his career with the 49ers, setting franchise and NFL records.
  18. 18. Joe PerryJoe "The Jet" Perry became the first player in NFL history to rush for over 1,000 yards in consecutive seasons (1953 and 1954).
  19. 19. George SeifertGeorge Seifert holds the highest winning percentage among 49ers head coaches, with a .766 rate from 1989 to 1996.
  20. 20. John BrodieQuarterback John Brodie earned the NFL MVP award in 1970 after leading the league in passing yards and touchdowns.
  21. 21. Joe PerryJoe "The Jet" Perry's number 34 was the first jersey retired by the 49ers, honoring his contributions as a fullback from 1948 to 1960.
  22. 22. Aldon SmithIn 2012, linebacker Aldon Smith recorded 22.5 sacks, setting the 49ers' single-season sack record.
  23. 23. Jeff GarciaIn 2000, Jeff Garcia became the first 49ers quarterback to surpass 4,000 passing yards in a season, totaling 4,278 yards.
  24. 24. John TaylorJohn Taylor set the franchise record with a 95-yard punt return for a touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams in 1988.
  25. 25. Bill WalshBill Walsh guided the 49ers to their first Super Bowl win in 1982, defeating the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl XVI.
  26. 26. Terrell OwensWide receiver Terrell Owens made a game-winning touchdown reception, dubbed "The Catch II," against the Green Bay Packers in the 1998 NFC Wild Card game.
  27. 27. Dana StubblefieldDefensive tackle Dana Stubblefield earned the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award in 1997.
  28. 28. Ronnie LottHall of Fame safety Ronnie Lott leads the 49ers with 51 career interceptions.
  29. 29. Joe PerryJoe Perry became the first player in NFL history to rush for over 1,000 yards in consecutive seasons (1953 and 1954) while with the 49ers.
  30. 30. Jerry RiceJerry Rice recorded 176 receiving touchdowns during his tenure with the 49ers, setting a franchise and NFL record.

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