... The AAFC was dominated by the Cleveland Browns, and the league folded after the 1949 season. The 49ers joined the NFL for the 1950 season, and did not enjoy their first tangible success until 1957. That year saw them invent the "alley-oop" pass, as they tied the Detroit Lions for the divisional crown. They faced the Lions for the rights to go to the NFL Championship, and were leading by twenty points in the third quarter. Detroit would storm back and win, becoming the eventual champions that season. San Francisco featured several Hall Of Fame players during the 1950s. Quarterback Y.A. Tittle, fullback Joe "Jet" Perry, halfback Hugh McElhenny, and fullback John Henry Johnson all starred together in San Francisco, along with Hall of Fame defensive tackle Leo Nomellini and Hall of Fame offensive tackle Bob St. Clair. Though San Francisco failed to win any titles in this era, they were always one of the most exciting teams in the league. The team had many good squads the next thirt...

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