5 Football Players who Played for Patriots and 49ers
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Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Patriots and the 49ers.
Jimmy Garoppolo
After playing college football at Eastern Illinois, Jimmy Garoppolo was selected by the Patriots in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft. Garoppolo served as the backup to legendary quarterback Tom Brady for the majority of his tenure in New England.
While in this role, he had limited starts but showcased potential as a starting-caliber quarterback whenever he got the opportunity. His time in New England was highlighted by two Super Bowl victories, although he played a supporting role.
In 2017, the Patriots traded Garoppolo to the 49ers, where he quickly assumed the role of starting quarterback. In his first full season as a starter (due to injuries) for the 49ers in 2019, Garoppolo led the team to a Super Bowl appearance, showcasing his ability to lead an offense at the highest level.
Garoppolo Key Stats
- Super Bowl Champ (Patriots)
- 3000+ Yard Passing Season (49ers)
Randy Moss
Randy Moss is one of the best wide receivers of all time, known for his speed, agility, and spectacular catches. From 1998 to 2012, he played for the Minnesota Vikings, Oakland Raiders, New England Patriots, Tennessee Titans, and San Francisco 49ers.
His 1998 rookie season with the Vikings set a record with 17 touchdown receptions. A record Moss broke again in 2007 with 23 touchdown catches for the Patriots.
A six-time Pro Bowler and four-time First-Team All-Pro, he accumulated 982 receptions for 15,292 yards and 156 touchdowns in his career. Moss was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018.
Moss Key Stats
- Hall of Fame
- 1st Team All-Pro (Vikings, Patriots)
- Pro Bowl (Vikings, Patriots)
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Vikings, Raiders, Patriots)
Brian Hoyer
Brian Hoyer is a veteran quarterback who has primarily been a backup with multiple NFL teams. He entered the league undrafted in 2009 and signed with the New England Patriots, backing up Tom Brady and earning a Super Bowl ring with the team in Super Bowl XLIX.
Hoyer has also started for several teams, including the Cleveland Browns (his lone 3000+ Yard Passing Season was there), Houston Texans, Chicago Bears, and San Francisco 49ers, with career passing stats including over 10,000 yards, 53 touchdowns, and a passer rating in the mid-80s.
Mohamed Sanu
Mohamed Sanu was selected in the third round, 83rd overall, by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 2012 NFL Draft. He played as a wide receiver, making a name for himself with his versatility and ability to contribute in a variety of roles.
Sanu spent four seasons with the Bengals before signing with the Atlanta Falcons in 2016. During his time in Atlanta, he emerged as a key part of the offense, helping the Falcons reach Super Bowl LI in the 2016 season.
Over the course of his career, Sanu played with several other teams, including the Patriots and 49ers. His career stats include over 400 receptions, nearly 5,000 receiving yards, and 27 touchdown catches. In addition to playing receiver, Sanu also became known for his abilities as a passer, completing several trick-play passes for touchdowns.
JJ Stokes
J.J. Stokes was selected in the first round, 10th overall, by the San Francisco 49ers in the 1995 NFL Draft. He spent the majority of his career with the 49ers, playing for the team from 1995 to 2002. After leaving San Francisco, he had short stints with the Jacksonville Jaguars and the New England Patriots before retiring.
Stokes was a solid contributor to some competitive 49ers teams. His most productive season came in 1998 when he caught 63 passes for 770 yards and 8 touchdowns. In 2003, he picked up a Super Bowl ring playing in a limited role with the Patriots.
Although Stokes was never the star receiver that some expected him to be coming out of college, he did manage to carve out a respectable NFL career.
