The San Francisco 49ers had three franchise greats depart this offseason, with two retiring and one leaving in free agency. Who among that trio will have his jersey eventually retired?
The San Francisco 49ers have had a tough offseason with three players of particular stature departing the team. Patrick Willis and Justin Smith both retired, and Frank Gore departed in free agency for the Indianapolis Colts. They have been the heart and soul of this team for much of the last decade, and their departures mark the beginning of a significant changing of the guard.