Former 49ers Linebacker Ed Beard Passes Away

The San Francisco 49ers organization mourns the loss of 49ers alumnus Ed Beard who passed away on Monday at the age of 83.

Beard was drafted by San Francisco in the 1964 NFL Draft and spent eight seasons with the 49ers. Playing at linebacker and special teams from 1965 to 1972, Beard played in 97 games.

The 49ers alumnus was also the first special teams captain in NFL history. After Beard's career was cut s