They began the season hoping to improve on their previous years' output of 8–5–1, and looking to make the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season.
However, the team finished 5–9 [1] and failed to qualify for the playoffs for the first time in four years.
After the season, quarterback John Brodie retired after 17 years in the NFL, all with the 49ers.
Running backs (RB) Wide receivers (WR) Tight ends (TE) Defensive linemen (DL) Defensive backs (DB) Special teams
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