John Brodie

John Brodie (born August 14, 1935, in San Francisco, California) is a former professional American football quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers.

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August 14 - 1935 - San Francisco, California - American football - Quarterback - San Francisco 49ers

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He attended Stanford University, where he was admitted to the Zeta Psi fraternity. He graduated in 1956, and was selected as a consensus All-American the same year. He first appeared with the 49ers as a rookie in 1957, seeing limited action. He got more playing time in 1958 through 1960, sharing time with Y.A. Tittle, and became the starter in 1961, holding that role through 1973.

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Stanford University - Zeta Psi - 1956 - All-American - 1957 - 1958 - 1960 - Y.A. Tittle - 1961 - 1973

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He was among the leading passers in the league throughout the 1960s and appeared in the Pro Bowl in 1965 and 1970. Also, in 1970, he received the NFL's Most Valuable Player Award.

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1960s - Pro Bowl - 1965 - 1970 - NFL's Most Valuable Player Award

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After he retired from his football career, Brodie competed as a professional golfer for 13 years on the Senior PGA Tour.

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Golfer - Senior PGA Tour

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