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How Do the San Francisco 49ers Greatest Players of All Time Rank?

Let Our Top 30 of the Franchise's Best Help You Decide

Put simply, the San Francisco 49ers have a storied history of great players. From Joe Montana to Jerry Rice to Steve Young, the 49ers have had some of the best players in NFL history. But who are the greatest 49ers of all time? Our top 30 list will help you decide.

1. Jerry Rice

Jerry Rice is the greatest 49er of all time. He holds nearly every receiving record in NFL history and is by far and away the best 49ers receiver of all time.

2. Joe Montana

Joe Montana is the greatest quarterback in 49ers history. He led the team to four Super Bowl victories and was named the Super Bowl MVP three times.

3. Steve Young

Steve Young is the second-greatest quarterback in 49ers history. He led the team to a Super Bowl victory in 1994 and was named the league's MVP in 1992.

4. Ronnie Lott

Ronnie Lott is the greatest defensive player in 49ers history. He was a hard-hitting safety who was also a great pass rusher.

5. Charles Haley

Charles Haley is the second-greatest defensive player in 49ers history. He was a fearsome pass rusher who helped the team win five Super Bowls.

6. Brent Jones

Brent Jones was the best offensive lineman in 49ers history. He was a five-time Pro Bowl selection and was named to the NFL's 1990s All-Decade Team.

7. Harris Barton

Harris Barton was one of the best offensive linemen in 49ers history. He was a four-time Pro Bowl selection and was named to the NFL's 1980s All-Decade Team.

8. John Brodie

John Brodie was the quarterback who led the 49ers to their first Super Bowl appearance in 1981. He was a three-time Pro Bowl selection and was named to the 49ers Hall of Fame in 1981.

9. Roger Craig

Roger Craig was the best running back in 49ers history. He was a three-time Pro Bowl selection and was named to the NFL's 1980s All-Decade Team.

10. Dwight Clark

Dwight Clark was the best wide receiver in 49ers history before Jerry Rice. He was a two-time Pro Bowl selection and was named to the 49ers Hall of Fame in 1994.