Former 49ers Quarterback, NFL MVP, Dies...

John Brodie, whose 17-year NFL career as the San Francisco 49ers' quarterback culminated in an MVP Award and two All-Pro selections, died. He was 90. More news: Former Eagles, Raiders Standout Stabbed to Death A Bay Area native, Brodie was born in Menlo Park, grew up in Oakland, and matriculated to Stanford University. He spent his entire career with the 49ers after being drafted in the first round (third overall) in 1957. LOS ANGELES - NOVEMBER 21: Quarterback John Brodie #12 of the San Francisco 49ers drops back to pass against the Los Angeles Rams in an NFL game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on November 21, 1971 in Los Angeles, California. The 49ers defeated the Rams 17-6. (Photo by James Flores/Getty Images) Although he did not become the first-string quarterback until 1960, Brodie would ultimately establish himself as one of the NFL's best passers. Brodie led the league in passing yards three times, touchdowns and completion percentage twice. More to come on this story from Newsweek Sports.