Football legend Jim Fahnhorst, a three-time Super Bowl winner, passes away
Jim Fahnhorst, a three-time Super Bowl winner and a beloved figure in the world of American football, has passed away at the age of 66. The San Francisco 49ers announced the sad news on Thursday.
Fahnhorst, who joined the team after his older brother Keith's retirement, played seven years with the 49ers from 1984 to 1990. He was a key player in the team's victories in Super Bowls XIX, XXIII, and XXIV.
Before joining the 49ers, Fahnhorst played in the USFL. He was initially selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the fourth round of the 1982 NFL Draft, but he opted to play in the USFL instead.
Jim Fahnhorst's career with the 49ers followed his older brother Keith's tenure with the team by ten years. Keith, who also played as an offensive lineman for the 49ers from 1974 to 1987, passed away in 2018, also at the age of 66.
The cause of Jim Fahnhorst's death was not disclosed by the San Francisco 49ers. The team expressed their condolences for the passing of Jim, stating "Our thoughts are with his family."
The Fahnhorst brothers are remembered for their significant contributions to the San Francisco 49ers. Jim, as a linebacker, and Keith, as an offensive lineman, both played professional football and left a lasting impact on the team.
Jim Fahnhorst passed away on Wednesday, according to the San Francisco 49ers, but the location of his death has not been reported.
The San Francisco 49ers have lost a valuable member of their family, and the football community mourns the passing of Jim Fahnhorst. His legacy will live on in the hearts of fans and his fellow players.
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