The season is noted as running back O. J. Simpson's final year, quarterback Joe Montana's rookie season, and Bill Walsh's first year as head coach.
The 1979 49ers remain the only team in NFL history to lose twelve games in which they held a lead.
Running backs (RB) Wide receivers (WR) Tight ends (TE) Defensive linemen (DL) Defensive backs (DB) Special teams Reserve
49ers' players carried Bill Walsh off the field and fans tore down the goal posts.
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