Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
Most NFL fans are familiar with the SF 49ers' success during the 1980s and 1990s, but only some fans realize how close the 49ers came to playing in some Super Bowls in the early 1970s.
The franchise began in 1946 in the AAFC. They did pretty well in that league, finishing with a combined 39–15–2 record during its four-year existence. They played in the AAFC Championship in 1949 but lost to the Cleveland Browns.
But as an NFL team, they were average at best. Although they had ten winning seasons from 1950 to 1969, they never played in a Championship game.......
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YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND
Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.
No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited Time