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Did you know Joe Montana was only 6'2 and weighed 205 pounds?


Joe Montana
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Montana in 2006
No. 16, 19
Position:Quarterback
Personal information
Born:June 11, 1956 (age 67)
New Eagle, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Height:6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight:205 lb (93 kg)
Career information
High school:Ringgold
(Carroll, Pennsylvania)
College:Notre Dame (1974–1978)
NFL draft:1979 / Round: 3 / Pick: 82
Career history
Career highlights and awards
NFL records
  • Passing touchdowns in a single postseason: 11 (1989) (tied)
Career NFL statistics
Pass attempts:5,391
Pass completions:3,409
Percentage:63.2
TDINT:273–139
Passing yards:40,551
Passer rating:92.3
Player stats at NFL.com · PFR

Joe Montana, born on June 11, 1956, is an American former football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 16 seasons, primarily with the San Francisco 49ersHe earned the nicknames “Joe Cool” and “the Comeback Kid” and is widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time1. Let’s delve into his remarkable career:

  • High School and College: Montana attended Ringgold High School in Carroll, Pennsylvania, and later played college football at Notre Dame from 1974 to 1978.

  • NFL Career:

    • San Francisco 49ers (1979–1992): Montana’s NFL journey began with the 49ers in 1979. During his tenure, he achieved remarkable feats:
      • Four Super Bowl victories: He led the 49ers to Super Bowl wins in 1982, 1985, 1989, and 1990.
      • Three-time Super Bowl MVP: Montana was the first player to be named the Super Bowl Most Valuable Player three times.
      • Super Bowl Records: He holds the record for the most passes without an interception in Super Bowl history (122 in four games) and the highest all-time passer rating (127.8).
      • Other Honors: Montana was an eight-time Pro Bowler, a three-time First-team All-Pro, and a two-time NFL Most Valuable Player (1989, 1990).
    • Kansas City Chiefs (1993–1994): In 1993, Montana was traded to the Chiefs, where he played his final two seasons and led the franchise to its first AFC Championship Game.
  • Legacy and Accolades:

    • Hall of Fame: Montana was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2000.
    • Comeback Player of the Year: He won the AP NFL Comeback Player of the Year Award in 1986.
    • Sportsman of the Year: Sports Illustrated named him the 1990 Sportsman of the Year.
    • NFL Records: Montana set records for passing touchdowns in a single postseason (11 in 1989, tied).

Joe Montana’s impact on the game extends beyond statistics; his poise, clutch performances, and ability to lead his team to victory define his legendary status.

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