The San Francisco 49ers lost one of their legends on Monday. Dwight Clark passed away at 61 years old after battling with ALS. His wife, Kelly, made the announcement on Twitter. Dwight, who was battling with ALS for the past year was one of the most beloved 49ers ever. His iconic play “The Catch” jumpstarted the 49ers’ Super Bowl run. That play will live as one of the top plays in NFL history, but it is the top play in 49ers history.
When Clark announced that he had ALS last year, it was a shock to the 49ers, their fanbase, and the NFL.