Dennis Green was the San Francisco 49ers wide receivers coach from 1986 to 1988. His best receiver, Jerry Rice, commented on his passing, and explained Green’s importance in his career.
Former San Francisco 49ers wide receivers coach and Minnesota Vikings head coach Dennis Green passed away on Friday, and tributes are already starting to pour in. Former 49ers wide receiver Jerry Rice learned about Green’s passing while on hand at the American Century Championship golf tournament up in Lake Tahoe, and while warming up at the driving range, he had a chance to speak about his relationship with Green.